FEATURES
V6 power. Engineered with Suzuki’s best, most advanced technologies.
| Start system |
Electric start |
| Multi-point sequential electronic fuel injection |
Standard |
| Variable valve timing |
Standard |
| Two-stage gear reduction system |
Standard |
| Offset driveshaft |
Standard |
| Over-rev. limiter |
Standard |
| Low oil pressure caution |
Standard |
| Speedometer pickup on gear case |
Standard |
| Suzuki anti-corrosion system |
Standard |
SPECS
| Shaft length |
X: 635mm (25") | XX: 762mm (30") |
| Starting system |
Electric |
| Weight |
X: 275kg | XX: 284kg |
| Engine type |
DOHC 24-valve |
| Fuel delivery system |
Multi-point sequential electronic fuel injection |
| No. of cylinders |
V6 (55-degree) |
| Displacement |
3,614cm3 |
| Bore x Stroke |
95mm x 85mm |
| Maximum output |
184.0kW |
| Full throttle operating range |
5,500–6,100rpm |
| Steering |
Remote |
| Oil pan capacity |
8.0 litres |
| Ignition system |
Fully-transistorised |
| Alternator |
12V 54A |
| Engine mounting |
Shear mount |
| Trim method |
Power trim & tilt |
| Gear ratio |
2.29:1 |
| Gear shift |
F-N-R |
| Exhaust |
Through prop hub exhaust |
| Propeller selection (pitch) |
17"–27.5" (s/s) |
| Fuel |
minimum 91 (RON) octane |
| Warranty |
3+3 years for recreational use |
PERFORMANCE TESTS
DF250 tested on Australian Master Marine 6.8m Weekender
Test Conditions
| Date: |
23/03/2011 |
| Location: |
Pine River / Bramble Bay, QLD |
| Conditions: |
Mild South-Easterly, light chop |
| Temperature: |
22°C |
| Crew: |
2 |
Test Boat: Australian Master Marine 6.8m Weekender
| Length: |
6.8m |
| Beam: |
2.5m |
| Dry Weight: |
n/a |
| Max Horsepower: |
250hp |
| Fuel Capacity: |
480L |
| Weight as tested: |
2100kg (est) |
Conclusion
| Optimal Cruise Speed: |
42.5km/h (22.8kn) |
| Cruise Range (Approx) Based on 95% Fuel Capacity: |
651km |
| Maximum Speed: |
66km/h (35.4kn) |
| 0-40km/h: |
n/a |
Outboard: Suzuki DF250
| Horsepower: | 250hp |
| Cylinder: | V6 |
| Weight: | 263kg |
| Gear Ratio: | 2.29:1 |
| Propeller: | Suzuki 16 x 18.5 3 blade stainless steel |
Suzuki Performance Figures
Suzuki Fuel Consumption Comparison