Suzuki 4 strokes

**thetackletrap** · 03-18-2005 03:30 PM

Heres a press release that I got when atteding the Miami boat show. I check them out because I know some people have been asking about them and they seem like great motors. The dealers there told me that they are very competitive with the other motors in fuel consumption, power, reliability, and definately price. They seem to come in a little bit cheaper then the other factories like Merc, Yamaha, Eve.

Heres to some of the press release info that they gave me. IT may be of some use to you guys looking for new motors.

SUZUKI MARINE
NEWS RELEASE

Contact: Susan Roush
Rick Hauser
Phone: (818) 865-6464

SUZUKI MARINE'S ALL 4-STROKE LINE-UP FOR 2005
FROM PORTABLES TO POWER-PACKED AND AWARD-WINNING V6s

For 2005, Suzuki Marine offers boaters a full lineup of 40 technologically
advanced four-stroke models ranging from a portable 4 HP to the flagship 250 HP,
the world's most powerful V6 4-stroke outboard. Included in this impressive
roster are 21 models featuring advanced electronic fuel injection, making Suzuki
the true "World Leader in Fuel Injected 4-Strokes."

In 2004, Suzuki introduced its first V6 4-stroke outboards (250 HP, 225 HP and 200 HP) winning the National Marine Manufacturers Association Innovation Award, along with the hearts and minds of performance-hungry boaters everywhere. Suzuki
innovation, however, is not limited to owners of big boats. Suzuki uses its
engineering expertise and experience in the worldwide marine, automotive and
motorcycle markets to develope the most advanced, reliable and environmentally
friendly outboard engines in every category.

"Our engineers have taken us from all 2-stroke to all 4-stroke technology in seven short years," said Suzuki Marine Marketing Director Larry Vandiver. "We're
especially proud that along the way our 4-strokes were honored with three NMMA
Innovation Awards (for the 40/50, 60/70 and new 200/225/250 HP models) from the
top boating writers in the nation. It is great to be recognized not only for
developing breakthrough technology, but also for engineering 4-stroke outboards
that meet boaters' demands for performance, power and reliability," added
Vandiver.

Suzuki Marine's 4-stroke stable includes portable one-cylinder 4 HP and 6 HP
models that bring smooth performance to tenders, canoes or cartoppers. Suzuki's
two-cylinder 9.9 HP and 15 HP 4-strokes deliver quiet operation and fuel
efficiency for aluminum skiffs, jon boats and inflatables. Suzuki's popular
three-cylinder 25 HP and 30 HP 4-strokes offer waterfowlers and fishermen features like three valves per cylinder, digital CDI ignition and a stump-pulling 597cc of displacement.

Suzuki's award-winning 40 HP and 50 HP three-cylinder motors bring computerized
fuel-injected 4-stroke technology to owners of smaller boats. Features like
direct ignition, dual overhead cams with four valves per cylinder and a tuned
intake system put these motors way ahead of their class.

For owners of slightly larger fresh and saltwater boats, Suzuki offers its award-winning four-cylinder 60HP and 70HP fuel-injected 4-strokes. These were the
first outboards to combine clean, efficient 4-stroke technology with the
performance of digital sequential electronic fuel injection. They're still ahead of the pack with features like a pulse-tuned, water-cooled air intake system,
transistorized ignition and idle air control that deliver smooth, reliable
performance season after season.

Rounding out the line in a powerful way is Suzuki's family of 90HP, 115HP and
140HP in-line four cylinder 4-strokes. Their compact size, superior power-to-
weight ratio and inspired performance have made these outboards the perfect match for everything from bass boats and walleye skiffs to bay boats, saltwater center
consoles and power catamarans. With features including an offset driveshaft for improved balance, dual overhead cams with four valves per cylinder, water-cooled
intake system, water-cooled fuel rail and an oil-bathed, self adjusting timing
chain, these motors are the choice of performance-minded fishermen, cruisers,
skiers and boating enthusiasts from coast to coast.

For more information on all the powerful models in Suzuki's all-4-stroke line-up
for 2005, contact: Suzuki Marine, 3251 E. Imperial Highway, Dept. P, Brea, CA
92821. Telephone (714) 996-7040. Or visit: www.suzuki.com.

**WAHOONBOX** · 03-21-2005 09:21 PM

APPRECIATE THE GREAT INFO....

IN ABOUT 3 WEEKS I GIVE YOU THE UP FRONT AND HONEST LOW-DOWN ON MY NEW 140'S FROM A BLUE COLLAR POINT OF VIEW...........

THEY WILL BE EITHER HEROES OR ZEROES...............

**thetackletrap** · 03-22-2005 09:19 AM

Hey BOX my neighbor runs a Suzuki in the Chess. in Maryland and just loves it. Great mileage and runs smooth. No troubles yet, but not ran as hard as some boats I know. Let us know how you do with them.

**Mr. Fisherman** · 04-19-2005 08:10 AM

I repowered last year with a Suzuki 90. I shopped long and hard. While the price was slightly more than the Civic on a stick (Honda) I got a 6 year warranty and more importantly it was the only motor in it's class that will spin a 20 pitch prop. I have that prop and my boat absolutly jumps on plane. I have fished offshore from before first light until just dark on the long July summer days and burned less than 60 gallons of fuel. I fished offshore fot Tuna 8 days in a row. Talk about a marathon. The motor held up better than I did. I fished hard all season long and so far have no complaints. It is easy to change the oil and the filter and I have not had any real issues so far. Fuel injection means no problems on cold mornings. Turn the key and go. It is so quiet I forget it is running at the dock. It has an alternate flush port so you can flush the motor without running it too.
I would buy another in a heart beat today. Ask me again in a few years.
I have several friends who purchased Suzuki motors based on my experience and they all seem to be happy. I hear them bragging about them all the time.
Do your homework and get what is right for you. For me, it is hands down the best preformer out there in it's class. My 90 pushes my 22' cabin boat up to 36 MPH on the river and I have seen 34 offshore on a perfect day.
Oh yea, it has a longer trim travel than my former 2 stroke motor. More trim is a good thing.
I have noticed more rattles but it is likely because it is quiet enough to hear them.
Enjoy your shopping and make sure to pick a great dealer. It is all about gettng a quality install and having a great dealer to back up the warranty.
If you can afford to wait you can get som egreat deals at the end of the season. They have great promotions to liquidate stock to make room for the comming models.
Good luck and I hope this helps...

Ray on Sea Lion

**HANG ON** · 04-19-2005 10:36 AM

i love my suzuki 225 put appr. 200 hours on last year no problems just oil changes and how can you beat a 6 year warranty

**AhiSlayer** · 04-19-2005 10:53 AM

Aloha Ray

I woulda thought you would need twin 90 to get the kind of performance you report.

That's great. Your boat must be very well designed, with perfect weight distibution
yf
ahi

**Mr. Fisherman** · 04-20-2005 01:52 AM

Aloha,

I wouldn;t say perfect but I sure like it.

I wanted to add that I can troll with the main motor down to .8 miles per hour.

I hardly need a kicker and if it werent for the safety factor of having a spare motor I would leave it at the beach.

Every boat is a compromise Ahi, as you know. My C-Dory is not the fastest boat on the water and it can pound in a chop. All you have to do is slow down though and life is good. It planes at just over 9 MPH and is very effecient doing about 12 in the slop. In fact when it kicks up I am one of the fastest boats returning to port as I am able to stay on plane at slower speeds. The deep V boats wallow off plane or pound on through fast enough to stay on plane. My friends kid hurt a friend pretty bad a couple years ago by throtteling through the ruff stuff. He injured his back and needed to be air lifted. Just slow down.

I am anxious to get my fuel flow meter to see how well I can do. I am guessing I have been getting between 3 and 4 miles per gallon which is very very good for this size boat.If it weren't for the economy I would not be able to fish.

**74Formula233** · 04-20-2005 08:18 AM

Mr. Fisherman, I'd say you've got yourself an efficient rig there! Certainly gonna help THIS year LOL!

Kinda like this guy that takes THIS rig (below) 104 miles out with a 70 horse and a few 6 gallon tanks hahahaha, LOL.

Wanna guess who this nutbag is?

(not me by the way, lol)