The Innovation Award winning DF300 broke new ground in many ways.  It was the very first 300-horsepower 4-stroke outboard. At just 604 pounds and with a stylish, compact prifile, it shattered pre-conceived notions about 4-stroke weight and size.  It deliverd outstanding performance with excellent fuel economy and was the first outboard from Suzuki to offer Suzuki Precision Control electronic throttle and shift system. Suzuki is taking this outstanding outboard to the next level.  The addition of Suzuki’s Lean Burn Control technology as well as a new Oxygen Sensor will provide boaters with a dramatic improvement in fuel economy and reduce carbon monoxide (CO) emissions, further enhancing the overall performance and value of the DF300, Suzuki’s flagship outboard motor. “The DF300 really redefined what a 4-stroke outboard was all about,” said Larry Vandiver, Director of Marketing for Suzuki Marine. “Now, we’re doing it again, with new innovations that deliver better economy without a sacrifice in power or performance.’ ‘And the addition of an Oxygen Sensor allows the DF300 to better control emissions and operate cleaner than before.” Suzuki’s Lean Burn Control Technology, also found on the New Generation 40 to 90 horsepower outboards, uses an on-board 32-bit computer to analyze the input from engine sensors to accurately predict and optimize the fuel/air mixture. The DF300 is able to take even better advantage of this system owing to the integration of electronic data from the Suzuki Precision Control system. This additional information allows for the precise matching of fuel flow to engine conditions and power demand throughout the entire RPM range. The addition of the Oxygen Sensor further improves the performance of the Lean Burn Control system, providing the computer with additional data to more efficiently control fuel/air ratios and exhaust emissions under changing conditions, varying speeds and power demands. “In House-Suzuki Testing” indicates the new DF300 with Lean Burn Control technology and the Oxygen Sensor us up to 14% more economical to operate than previous models. To help improve durability the Suzuki DF300 will be fitted with a new water-detecting fuel filter.  Water in the fuel system has long been the bane of boaters. Suzuki’s innovative new filter features a float that is lighter than water, but heavier than fuel.  Should water accumulate at the bottom of the filter housing, the float will rise, activating an alert signal at the helm.

   

We are pleased to announce that Suzuki has won the tender to become the sole supplier of outboard motors to the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games Sailing Regatta! It is the first time that any outboard manufacturer has been chosen as a sole supplier of outboard motors to Olympic Games. The outboard motors that have been selected are the all-new DF40A, the DF90A, DF140, DF200 and DF300, which will be used on a variety of support boats for the sailing, rowing, triathlon and open water swim events. Each country fielding an Olympic sailing team will be bringing up to 10 support boats and Suzuki will be the only outboard manufacturer able to provide service support within the Olympic site. Suzuki will also be able to assist locally with parts and goods. It is a great honour and achievement to be supplying our outboard motors to the London 2012 Olympic & Paralympic Games Sailing Regatta. It is a fantastic endorsement of our products with their innovative technologies and a once-in-a lifetime opportunity for us so we are very excited to be involved in the 2012 London Olympic and Paralympic Games!

International TV adventurer and survivalist, Bear Grylls, demands the highest quality equipment, which is why he has chosen Suzuki outboards to power his own personal RIB. The 10m craft has been built to meet the ‘Born Survivor’ and ‘Man Vs Wild’ star’s own specifications and is the biggest that British boat builder, Ribquest, have built so far. It is powered by two of Suzuki’s new DF300 Lean Burn outboards. When it comes to powering big boats, Suzuki’s flagship 4 Litre, V6 DF300 offers the ultimate in power and performance. The original, Innovation Award winning DF300 broke new ground. It was the very first 300 horsepower four stroke outboard and it set a new benchmark for performance and power from a compact and lightweight outboard. Now Suzuki has taken this ultimate outboard to the next level. The addition of Suzuki’s Lean Burn Control technology as well as a new Oxygen (O2) Feedback Control System will provide boat owners with a dramatic improvement in fuel economy, further enhancing the overall performance and value of the DF300. Initial tests show the new DF300 to be 15% more economical than the current DF300 without sacrificing on any of the power for which the original model was already famous. After trying his new outboards Bear said, “The new DF300 Lean Burn is the most exciting outboard on the market – a real credit to the Suzuki engineers.”

Items not purchased through Authorised Suzuki Resellers are referred to as ‘Grey’. Suzuki Marine South Africa is the only South African authorised distributor of Suzuki outboard motors. Suzuki Marine SA receive a substantial number of phone calls from those who have purchased Grey Market items, who have experienced problems due to the many unknowns associated with these products. The standards of storage and transport are highly questionable, and there is also the possibility that the item is refurbished. Products not purchased through one of our Authorised Suzuki Resellers cannot be covered by our South African Warranty and we cannot provide technical support or warranty repair to purchasers of these engines. Please do not contact Suzuki South Africa for help with any Grey Market products. Please contact the reseller or importer of your Grey Market items for warranty.