FEATURES
Lightweight, portable and powerful, the DF20A features the world’s first battery-less electronic fuel injection system.
| Multi-point sequential electronic fuel injection |
Standard |
| Over-rev. limiter |
Standard |
| Low oil pressure caution |
Standard |
| Suzuki anti-corrosion system |
Standard |
| Start system |
Electric or manual |
| Suzuki Lean Burn Control System |
Standard |
| Available with power tilt opt |
Optional |
SPECS
| Shaft length |
S: 381mm (15") | L: 508 mm (20") |
| Starting system |
Electric or manual |
| Weight |
MS: 44kg | ML: 45kg | ES: 48kg | EL: 49kg | PTS: 52.5kg | PTL: 54.5kg | PTH: 55.5kg |
| Engine type |
OHC 4-valve |
| Fuel delivery system |
Electronic fuel injection |
| No. of cylinders |
In-line 2 |
| Displacement |
327cm3 |
| Bore x Stroke |
60.4mm x 57mm |
| Maximum output |
14.7 kW |
| Full throttle operating range |
5,300–6,300rpm |
| Steering |
Remote | Tiller |
| Oil pan capacity |
1.5 litres |
| Ignition system |
Digital CDI |
| Alternator |
E: 12V 12A | M: 12V 6A (op.) |
| Engine mounting |
Shear mount |
| Trim method |
Manual trim & tilt | Power tilt |
| Gear ratio |
2.08:1 |
| Gear shift |
F-N-R |
| Exhaust |
Through prop hub exhaust |
| Propeller selection (pitch) |
7"–12" (Alloy) |
| Fuel tank capacity |
Separate 12L |
| Fuel |
minimum 91 (RON) octane |
| Warranty |
3+3 years for recreational use |
PERFORMANCE TESTS
DF20A tested on Cross Country 4.1m Open Dingy
Test Conditions
| Date: |
20/07/2012 |
| Location: |
Brisbane River, QLD |
| Conditions: |
Light chop |
| Temperature: |
n/a |
| Crew: |
2 |
Test Boat: Cross Country 4.1m Open Dingy
| Length: |
4.1m |
| Beam: |
1.85m |
| Dry Weight: |
70kg (est) |
| Max Horsepower: |
20hp |
| Fuel Capacity: |
25L (tote) |
| Weight as tested: |
200kg (est) |
Conclusion
| Optimal Cruise Speed: |
23.4km/h |
| Cruise Range (Approx) Based on 95% Fuel Capacity: |
169km |
| Maximum Speed: |
41.5km/h |
| 0-40km/h: |
n/a |
Outboard: Suzuki DF20ATHL
| Horsepower: | 20hp |
| Cylinder: | In line 2 |
| Weight: | 45kg |
| Gear Ratio: | 2.08:1 |
| Propeller: | Suzuki 9.25 x 11 3 blade alloy |
Suzuki Performance Figures
Suzuki Fuel Consumption Comparison
DF20A tested on Sea Jay Rebel 3.9m Open Dingy
Test Conditions
| Date: |
24/10/2012 |
| Location: |
Logan River, QLD |
| Conditions: |
Good, light 5-10km/h winds |
| Temperature: |
30°C |
| Crew: |
2 |
Test Boat: Sea Jay Rebel 3.9m Open Dingy
| Length: |
3.9m |
| Beam: |
1.75m |
| Dry Weight: |
91kg |
| Max Horsepower: |
20hp |
| Fuel Capacity: |
11L |
| Weight as tested: |
360kg (est) |
Conclusion
| Optimal Cruise Speed: |
25.5km/h |
| Cruise Range (Approx) Based on 95% Fuel Capacity: |
70km |
| Maximum Speed: |
42km/h |
| 0-40km/h: |
n/a |
Outboard: Suzuki DF20A
| Horsepower: | 20hp |
| Cylinder: | In line 2 |
| Weight: | 53.5kg |
| Gear Ratio: | 2.08:1 |
| Propeller: | Suzuki 9.25 x 11 3 blade alloy |
Suzuki Performance Figures
Suzuki Fuel Consumption Comparison
DF20A tested on Tabs 385 Open Dingy
Test Conditions
| Date: |
24/02/2013 |
| Location: |
Lake Hume, NSW |
| Conditions: |
Light chop, NE wind |
| Temperature: |
32°C |
| Crew: |
1 |
Test Boat: Tabs 385 Open Dingy
| Length: |
3.85m |
| Beam: |
1.65m |
| Dry Weight: |
110kg (est) |
| Max Horsepower: |
20hp |
| Fuel Capacity: |
12L |
| Weight as tested: |
220kg (est) |
Conclusion
| Optimal Cruise Speed: |
25km/h |
| Cruise Range (Approx) Based on 95% Fuel Capacity: |
87km |
| Maximum Speed: |
42km/h |
| 0-40km/h: |
n/a |
Outboard: DF20AL
| Horsepower: | 20hp |
| Cylinder: | In line 2 |
| Weight: | 44kg |
| Gear Ratio: | 2.08:1 |
| Propeller: | Suzuki 9.25 x 10 3 blade alloy |
Suzuki Performance Figures
Suzuki Fuel Consumption Comparison