FEATURES
Suzuki’s innovative DF90A was the first outboard to utilise the pioneering Offset Driveshaft.
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-valves |
Fuel delivery system |
Multi-point electronic fuel injection |
No. of cylinders |
In-line 4 |
Displacement |
1,502cm3 |
Bore x Stroke |
75mm × 85mm |
Maximum output |
66.2kW |
Full throttle operating range |
5,300–6,300rpm |
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 for recreational use |
PERFORMANCE TESTS
DF90A tested on Argus E35
Test Conditions
Date: |
2/06/2011 |
Location: |
Gold Coast Broadwater |
Conditions: |
Mid SE wind, light chop |
Temperature: |
23°C |
Crew: |
4 |
Test Boat: Argus E35
Length: |
10.67m |
Beam: |
4.0m |
Dry Weight: |
5200kg |
Max Horsepower: |
180hp |
Fuel Capacity: |
600L |
Weight as tested: |
5800kg (est) |
Conclusion
Optimal Cruise Speed: |
24km/h |
Cruise Range (Approx) Based on 95% Fuel Capacity: |
670km |
Maximum Speed: |
39km/h |
0-40km/h: |
n/a |
Outboard: Twin Suzuki DF90A
Horsepower: | 90hp |
Cylinder: | In line 4 |
Weight: | 155kg |
Gear Ratio: | 2.59:1 |
Propeller: | Suzuki 13.75 x 14 3 blade stainless steel |
Suzuki Performance Figures
Suzuki Fuel Consumption Comparison
DF90A tested on Origin 4x4 4950 Side Console
Test Conditions
Date: |
28/11/2013 |
Location: |
Redcliffe, QLD |
Conditions: |
Light northerly winds |
Temperature: |
29°C |
Crew: |
2 |
Test Boat: Origin 4x4 4950 Side Console
Length: |
5.0m |
Beam: |
2.2m |
Dry Weight: |
700kg (est) |
Max Horsepower: |
90hp |
Fuel Capacity: |
70L |
Weight as tested: |
850kg (est) |
Conclusion
Optimal Cruise Speed: |
38.5km/h (20.6 knots) |
Cruise Range (Approx) Based on 95% Fuel Capacity: |
264km |
Maximum Speed: |
65.2km/h (35.2 knots) |
0-40km/h: |
n/a |
Outboard: Suzuki DF90A
Horsepower: | 90hp |
Cylinder: | In line 4 |
Weight: | 155kg |
Gear Ratio: | 2.59:1 |
Propeller: | Suzuki 13.75 x 17 3 blade alloy |
Suzuki Performance Figures
Suzuki Fuel Consumption Comparison
DF90A tested on Swift Marine 6.2m - Marine Parks Custom
Test Conditions
Date: |
1/02/2013 |
Location: |
Gold Coast, QLD |
Conditions: |
0.25m to 0.5m chop, strong tide |
Temperature: |
n/a |
Crew: |
3 |
Test Boat: Swift Marine 6.2m - Marine Parks Custom
Length: |
6.2m |
Beam: |
2.45m |
Dry Weight: |
n/a |
Max Horsepower: |
180hp |
Fuel Capacity: |
200L |
Weight as tested: |
1800kg (est) |
Conclusion
Optimal Cruise Speed: |
41.1km/h |
Cruise Range (Approx) Based on 95% Fuel Capacity: |
345km |
Maximum Speed: |
74km/h |
0-40km/h: |
n/a |
Outboard: Twin Suzuki DF90A
Horsepower: | 90hp |
Cylinder: | In line 4 |
Weight: | 158kg |
Gear Ratio: | 2.59:1 |
Propeller: | Suzuki 14 x 20 3 blade stainless steel |
Suzuki Performance Figures
Suzuki Fuel Consumption Comparison
DF90A tested on Woody Naiad 6.1m Cuddy
Test Conditions
Date: |
9/10/2012 |
Location: |
Manly, QLD |
Conditions: |
0.5m chop |
Temperature: |
26°C |
Crew: |
2 |
Test Boat: Woody Naiad 6.1m Cuddy
Length: |
6.1m |
Beam: |
2.5m |
Dry Weight: |
1200kg (est) |
Max Horsepower: |
180hp |
Fuel Capacity: |
160L |
Weight as tested: |
1800kg (est) |
Conclusion
Optimal Cruise Speed: |
43.9km/h |
Cruise Range (Approx) Based on 95% Fuel Capacity: |
313km |
Maximum Speed: |
72km/h |
0-40km/h: |
n/a |
Outboard: Suzuki DF90A
Horsepower: | 90hp |
Cylinder: | In line 4 |
Weight: | 158kg |
Gear Ratio: | 2.59:1 |
Propeller: | Suzuki 14 x 22 3 blade stainless steel |
Suzuki Performance Figures
Suzuki Fuel Consumption Comparison
DF90A tested on Formosa 480 Classic Side Console
Test Conditions
Date: |
12/02/2014 |
Location: |
Logan River, QLD |
Conditions: |
Calm |
Temperature: |
28°C |
Crew: |
2 |
Test Boat: Formosa 480 Classic Side Console
Length: |
4.95m |
Beam: |
2.3m |
Dry Weight: |
n/a |
Max Horsepower: |
90hp |
Fuel Capacity: |
70L |
Weight as tested: |
800kg (est) |
Conclusion
Optimal Cruise Speed: |
42.7km/h (22.9 knots) |
Cruise Range (Approx) Based on 95% Fuel Capacity: |
221km |
Maximum Speed: |
58.9km/h (31.6 knots) |
0-40km/h: |
n/a |
Outboard: Suzuki DF90A
Horsepower: | 90hp |
Cylinder: | In line 4 |
Weight: | 155kg |
Gear Ratio: | 2.59:1 |
Propeller: | Suzuki 14 x 17 3 blade alloy |
Suzuki Performance Figures
Suzuki Fuel Consumption Comparison
DF90A tested on Haines Hunter 445R
Test Conditions
Date: |
25/01/2009 |
Location: |
Lake Yarrawonga, VIC |
Conditions: |
Slight chop, fresh water |
Temperature: |
33°C |
Crew: |
2 |
Test Boat: Haines Hunter 445R
Length: |
4.45m |
Beam: |
2.06m |
Dry Weight: |
n/a |
Max Horsepower: |
90hp |
Fuel Capacity: |
50L |
Weight as tested: |
900kg (est) |
Conclusion
Optimal Cruise Speed: |
44.8km/h (24 knots) |
Cruise Range (Approx) Based on 95% Fuel Capacity: |
118km |
Maximum Speed: |
70.9km/h (38 knots) |
0-40km/h: |
n/a |
Outboard: Suzuki DF90A
Horsepower: | 90hp |
Cylinder: | In line 4 |
Weight: | 155kg |
Gear Ratio: | 2.59:1 |
Propeller: | Suzuki 14 x 19 3 blade alloy |
Suzuki Performance Figures
Suzuki Fuel Consumption Comparison
DF90A tested on Haines Signature 485SF
Test Conditions
Date: |
2/04/2012 |
Location: |
Brisbane River, QLD |
Conditions: |
Calm, brackish water |
Temperature: |
24°C |
Crew: |
3 |
Test Boat: Haines Signature 485SF
Length: |
4.85m |
Beam: |
2.04m |
Dry Weight: |
525kg (est) |
Max Horsepower: |
90hp |
Fuel Capacity: |
120L |
Weight as tested: |
750kg (est) |
Conclusion
Optimal Cruise Speed: |
42.8km/h (23.1 knots) |
Cruise Range (Approx) Based on 95% Fuel Capacity: |
380km |
Maximum Speed: |
60.7km/h (32.5 knots) |
0-40km/h: |
n/a |
Outboard: Suzuki DF90A
Horsepower: | 90hp |
Cylinder: | In line 4 |
Weight: | 155kg |
Gear Ratio: | 2.59:1 |
Propeller: | Suzuki 14 x 18 3 blade stainless steel |
Suzuki Performance Figures
Suzuki Fuel Consumption Comparison
DF90A tested on Haines Signature 502RF
Test Conditions
Date: |
14/04/2011 |
Location: |
Gold Coast Broadwater |
Conditions: |
Calm |
Temperature: |
25°C |
Crew: |
2 |
Test Boat: Haines Signature 502RF
Length: |
5.25m |
Beam: |
2.13m |
Dry Weight: |
940kg (est) |
Max Horsepower: |
115hp |
Fuel Capacity: |
100L |
Weight as tested: |
1250kg (est) |
Conclusion
Optimal Cruise Speed: |
48.1km/h (25.8 knots) |
Cruise Range (Approx) Based on 95% Fuel Capacity: |
271km |
Maximum Speed: |
61.85km/h (33.4 knots) |
0-40km/h: |
n/a |
Outboard: Suzuki DF90A
Horsepower: | 90hp |
Cylinder: | In line 4 |
Weight: | 155kg |
Gear Ratio: | 2.59:1 |
Propeller: | Suzuki 14 x 17 3 blade alloy |
Suzuki Performance Figures
Suzuki Fuel Consumption Comparison
DF90A tested on Ultimate 18C
Test Conditions
Date: |
19/01/2017 |
Location: |
Tauranga NZ |
Conditions: |
25kn |
Temperature: |
20°C |
Crew: |
2 |
Test Boat: Ultimate 18C
Length: |
6.0m |
Beam: |
n/a |
Dry Weight: |
1500kg |
Max Horsepower: |
n/a |
Fuel Capacity: |
100L |
Weight as tested: |
n/a |
Conclusion
Optimal Cruise Speed: |
34.2km/h |
Cruise Range (Approx) Based on 95% Fuel Capacity: |
340km |
Maximum Speed: |
56.3km/h |
0-40km/h: |
n/a |
Outboard: Suzuki DF90ATX
Horsepower: | 90hp |
Cylinder: | 4 |
Weight: | 158kg |
Gear Ratio: | 2.59:1 |
Propeller: | Suzuki 14" x 19" 3 blade alloy |
Suzuki Performance Figures
Suzuki Fuel Consumption Comparison
DF90A tested on Haines Signature 495F
Test Conditions
Date: |
5/10/2017 |
Location: |
Brisbane, QLD |
Conditions: |
Flat |
Temperature: |
27°C |
Crew: |
3 |
Test Boat: Haines Signature 495F
Length: |
4.95m |
Beam: |
n/a |
Dry Weight: |
705kg |
Max Horsepower: |
90hp |
Fuel Capacity: |
75L |
Weight as tested: |
n/a |
Conclusion
Optimal Cruise Speed: |
38.4km/h |
Cruise Range (Approx) Based on 95% Fuel Capacity: |
235km |
Maximum Speed: |
62.0km/h |
0-40km/h: |
n/a |
Outboard: Suzuki DF90ATL
Horsepower: | 90hp |
Cylinder: | 4 |
Weight: | 160kg |
Gear Ratio: | 2.59:1 |
Propeller: | 3 x 13 7/8 x 19 |
Suzuki Performance Figures
Suzuki Fuel Consumption Comparison