FEATURES
The first of Suzuki’s new generation 4-strokes, the DF80A is the most compact outboard in its class.
| Start system |
Electric start |
| Multi-point sequential electronic fuel injection |
Standard |
| Two-stage gear reduction system |
Standard |
| Offset driveshaft |
Standard |
| Suzuki anti-corrosion system |
Standard |
| Suzuki Lean Burn Control System |
Standard |
| 16-valve DOHC (dual overhead cam) design |
Standard |
SPECS
| Shaft length |
L: 508mm (20") | X: 635mm (25") |
| Starting system |
Electric |
| Weight |
L: 156kg X: 160kg |
| Engine type |
DOHC 16-valve |
| Fuel delivery system |
Multi-point electronic fuel injection |
| No. of cylinders |
In-line 4 |
| Displacement |
1,502cm3 |
| Bore x Stroke |
75mm × 85mm |
| Maximum output |
58.8kw |
| Full throttle operating range |
5,000–6,000rpm |
| Steering |
Remote | Tiller |
| Oil pan capacity |
4.0 litres |
| Ignition system |
Fully transistorised |
| Alternator |
12V 27A |
| Engine mounting |
Shear mount |
| Trim method |
Power trim & tilt |
| Gear ratio |
2.59:1 |
| Gear shift |
F-N-R |
| Exhaust |
Through prop hub exhaust |
| Propeller selection (pitch) |
13"–25" |
| Fuel tank capacity |
25L (Optional) |
| Fuel |
minimum 91 (RON) octane |
| Warranty |
5 Years recreational use |
PERFORMANCE TESTS
DF80A tested on Sea Fox 17ft Centre Console
Test Conditions
| Date: |
27/12/2010 |
| Location: |
Gold Coast |
| Conditions: |
Calm, light breeze |
| Temperature: |
30deg |
| Crew: |
2 |
Test Boat: Sea Fox 17ft Centre Console
| Length: |
5.18m |
| Beam: |
2.4m |
| Dry Weight: |
500kg |
| Max Horsepower: |
90HP |
| Fuel Capacity: |
75L |
| Weight as tested: |
650kg (est) |
Conclusion
| Optimal Cruise Speed: |
26.1km/h |
| Cruise Range (Approx) Based on 95% Fuel Capacity: |
304km |
| Maximum Speed: |
52km/h |
| 0-40km/h: |
6.4 sec |
Outboard: Suzuki DF80A
| Horsepower: | 80HP |
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| Cylinder: | In line 4 |
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| Weight: | 155kg |
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| Gear Ratio: | 2.59:1 |
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| Propeller: | Suzuki 13.75 X 13 3 blade stainless steel |
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Suzuki Performance Figures
Suzuki Fuel Consumption Comparison
DF80A tested on Bluefin Barracuda 4.8m
Test Conditions
| Date: |
24/10/2013 |
| Location: |
Logan River, QLD |
| Conditions: |
Good, 5-10 knot winds |
| Temperature: |
30deg |
| Crew: |
2 |
Test Boat: Bluefin Barracuda 4.8m
| Length: |
4.8m |
| Beam: |
2.2m |
| Dry Weight: |
400kg |
| Max Horsepower: |
90HP |
| Fuel Capacity: |
85L |
| Weight as tested: |
700kg (est) |
Conclusion
| Optimal Cruise Speed: |
39.3km/h (21 knots) |
| Cruise Range (Approx) Based on 95% Fuel Capacity: |
400km |
| Maximum Speed: |
65km/h |
| 0-40km/h: |
Not recorded |
Outboard: Suzuki DF80A
| Horsepower: | 80HP |
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| Cylinder: | In line 4 |
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| Weight: | 155kg |
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| Gear Ratio: | 2.59:1 |
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| Propeller: | Suzuki 13.75 x 17 3 blade alloy |
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Suzuki Performance Figures
Suzuki Fuel Consumption Comparison
