The oil mixture depends on the age of the watercraft and type of oil being used. See the table and comments below.
Ratio
Oil Mixture
Comments
32:1
4 oz oil per gallon fuel
This mixture should be used when breaking in new engines. The length of the break-in period will be specified by the manufacturer.
40:1
3.5 oz oil per gallon fuel
This mixture ratio was common for older watercraft that used TCW and TCW2 oils. It's really not necessary when using TCW3 oils.
50:1
2.5 oz oil per gallon fuel
This is the normal mixture ratio for premix engines. This ratio may also be used for a watercraft that are within the
break-in period if used in addition to an oil injection system.
Note: Most experts agree that it is better to err toward the side of too much oil, rather than not enough.