Suzuki Ready to Rock Four Stroke Outboard Motor Market
SUZUKI MOVES FORWARD
Suzuki Marine, the undisputed 4-stroke outboard brand on the world stage, is focused on gaining market share in North America where it is playing catch-up. Known for technical innovation, Suzuki has plenty of National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) Innovation Awards to back up its claims. The Suzuki mantra is RELIABILITY. “It must not stop. It must not break.”
All At Sea had the chance to test a couple of new Suzuki products recently at Ocean Reef Club in Key Largo, Fla.
Suzuki DF200A
Coming this fall, Suzuki is launching the DF200A. Think Big block technology with 4-cylinder fuel economy. This is a nice mix of higher top-end speed and better fuel economy to outperform the competition.
The DF200A is lighter and has a new cowling with twin intake and exhaust valves that allow the engine to breath easier. Kick in Suzuki’s Lean Burn Technology which optimizes the fuel-to-air mixture and you have one fuel sipping machine to power your boat.
With a 175 cubic inch displacement the DF200A might be a nice consideration over a larger comparably sized motor.
Suzuki DF25A / DF30A 3 cylinder Four Stroke
At only 135 pounds the new DF25A / DF30A outboard motors are a good 20 pounds less than any other comparable sized outboard engines. Focus here… This is a great outboard engine for your tenders and inflatables. The really cool thing is that they have a “battery-less” fuel injection system. NOTE: Suzuki is the first to make fuel injection work on a pull-start motor. That’s a big deal!
Suzuki Precision Maneuvering Joystick Control System
Had the first opportunity to see the Suzuki Joystick Control System in use. One of the key takeaways is that they are enabling this for repowers and not just for new boat sales.
Deferring to Suzuki’s words, “Works with Suzuki Precision Control (SPC) electronic throttle and shift. Owners of Suzuki DF150G, DF175G, DF250AP and DF300AP outboards can now upgrade their present boats to SPM, or have this capability included when repowering or purchasing a new boat with these select Suzuki outboards.”
Either way you cut it… This fall is going to see an amazing leap forward in outboard motor technology. Stay tuned as the engine manufacturers are all gunning for market share.
Chris Kennan has written for ALL AT SEA since 2005.
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