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| Several years ago, SUZUKI's state-of-the-art outboard factory in Hamamatsu, Japan, took on a daunting challenge: Build a family of V6 4-stroke outboards that would leave 2-strokes forever in their wake. To accomplish this, they would have to be clean, quiet and fuel-efficient, of course, but they would also have to deliver the performance today's boaters demand.
With the arrival of SUZUKI's 200 HP (DF200), 225 HP (DF225) and 250 HP (DF250) fuel-injected V6 4-strokes for 2004, that challenge has officially been met. With advanced features like a completely new 55-degree V-6, dual overhead cam (DOHC), 24-valve powerhead, digital sequential electronic fuel injection, a tuned multi-stage intake manifold (DF250 and DF225), a powerful 32-bit onboard computer, variable valve timing (DF250), and a powerful new lower unit, these motors are designed to deliver serious performance for a wide variety of freshwater and saltwater boats. "These motors are everything we asked for - and more," said Larry Vandiver, director of sales and marketing for SUZUKI MARINE. "We asked the engineers to make it compact, and they gave us the narrowest V-block in the industry. We asked for a motor that's powerful; they delivered more displacement than any 4-stroke in this class. Most importantly, we asked for performance, and our engineers came through with exhilarating acceleration and top-end speed that will make 2-strokes a distant memory. One glance will tell you these motors are unlike any other V6 4-strokes on the water. With a narrow angle 55-degree block and SUZUKI's proven offset driveshaft, these V6s have a compact design and a low center of gravity for reduced vibration, improved balance on the transom and a better fit on today's boats. Yet these motors boast a burly 3.6-liter displacement - largest in the V6 4-stroke category - for great hole shot and exciting performance, even on heavy offshore boats. To appreciate the many technical breakthroughs inside the DF200, DF225 and DF250, you'll have to turn the key and hit the throttle. The DF250 utilizes an aggressive cam profile and SUZUKI variable valve timing, an exclusive feature that continuously adjusts intake timing for stronger low- and mid-range torque, improved fuel-efficiency and reduced emissions. Multi-Stage Induction is used on the DF250 and DF225 to enhance engine performance by changing the way the engine breathes at different speeds. Using two intake manifold pipes per cylinder - one long and curved, one short and straight - the optimum fuel/air charge is delivered at low speed, wide open throttle or anywhere in between. To further enhance engine breathing and increase power, all SUZUKI V6 4-strokes feature a large air intake. SUZUKI's multi-point electronic fuel injection is controlled by an advanced 32-bit onboard computer. By constantly monitoring a network of sensors - manifold pressure, crankshaft position, intake air temperature, cylinder wall temperature, camshaft position and exhaust temperature - the computer instantly adjusts the EFI system for optimum performance in all conditions. This also improves fuel efficiency across the range and greatly reduces exhaust emissions, earning SUZUKI's V6 4-strokes a 3-star Ultra Low emissions rating from the California Air Resources Board (CARB). SUZUKI's V6s translate their raw power into efficient motion, thanks to an exclusive two-stage gear reduction system. With a beefy new lower unit and an overall gear ratio of 2.29:1 (lowest of any outboard over 200 HP, 2-stroke or 4-stroke), these motors can swing a 16-inch diameter, high-pitch propeller for serious acceleration and blazing top-end speed. To meet the demands of today's boats, SUZUKI's V6 4-strokes feature a high-output 54-amp alternator specially designed to deliver the majority of its power at low rpm (32 amps at 1000 rpm.) This gives boaters plenty of juice for bait pumps, depthsounders, chart plotters and other marine electronics, even at trolling speed. In addition, SUZUKI's advanced direct ignition system - which uses an integral spark plug cap/ignition coil - provides optimum spark strength and timing and reduces electronic engine "noise" that can interfere with marine electronics. By keeping the engine cool, SUZUKI engineers increase durability and reduce maintenance. For example, the flywheel features fan blades designed to expel warm air out the side of the engine cowl. The engine oil lubrication system is water-cooled and features piston-cooling jets that spray a fine, precise stream of oil onto the backside of each piston. Another jet shoots a stream of oil onto the main cam chain and drive gear to keep these vital components cool and lubricated. SUZUKI's proven, maintenance-free oil-bathed timing chain with automatic tensioners further increases engine durability. SUZUKI's DF200, DF225 and DF250 are available in 25-inch or 30-inch shaft lengths to accommodate a wide variety of boats. Available counter rotation is ideal for twin or triple installations on large offshore fishing machines. For more information on SUZUKI's new family of V6 4-stroke outboards for 2004, talk with your SUZUKI MARINE dealer, or contact: SUZUKI MARINE, 3251 E. Imperial Highway, Dept. P, Brea, CA 92821. Telephone: (714) 996-7040. Or visit the company's website at www.suzuki.com. |
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