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Yamaha has been leading the way in the 115 horsepower four-stroke category for over ten years, with exceptional models that have proven the true value and versatility that a four-stroke outboard can deliver Australian boaters. With its increased engine capacity and a weight reduction of 15kg, the latest generation Yamaha F115 offers the best power-to-weight performance in its class - while maintaining an extremely fuel efficient and smooth operation that Yamaha four-strokes are famous for. This engine utilises a 16 valve, dual overhead camshaft design, electronic fuel injection and big bore throttle body to deliver awesome acceleration and mid-range responsiveness.

Light, compact and incredibly versatile the new F130 has set new benchmarks for weight and performance in the mid-range horsepower market and carries on Yamaha’s proud heritage of exceptional saltwater 130 horsepower engines. This outboard was designed with Australian boaters in mind and delivers awesome acceleration and mid-range responsiveness as well as incredible fuel efficiency. This proven 1.8 litre, 16 valve, Double Overhead Camshaft, four-stroke engine features large intake and exhaust valves for efficient transfer of fuel and exhaust. The single electronic throttle valve allows for precise throttle movements to deliver exceptional response.

The new F150 DEC sees Yamaha’s premium Digital Electronic Control (DEC) technology, previously only seen on Yamaha’s big horsepower range, introduced to the popular 150 horsepower segment. This ‘fly-by-wire’ control delivers extremely smooth and precise throttle operation, for a more enjoyable and effortless boating experience.

The larger 2.8 litre displacement of the F150 DEC, delivers increased low and mid-range torque, helping to get up on the plane quicker and with lest effort. The F150 DEC is fully compatible with Yamaha’s new CL7 touchscreen multi-function gauge, delivering GPS navigation and mapping, graphing and fish finder functionality. This gauge is also NMEA2000 compliant, providing full connectivity to third party marine equipment such as sonar, radar, camera and all leading display brands.

Whether venturing offshore or sticking to the rivers and bay, the extremely versatile F150 offers the perfect match of power, efficiency and reliability. The F150 was Yamaha’s first outboard in the big four-cylinder category and since this time has achieved a legendary reputation for its responsive performance, outstanding reliability and exceptional fuel economy. With its narrow four-cylinder inline configuration, the F150 is also a perfect solution for compact twin outboard installations, with a counter rotating prop option available.

Based on the award-winning F200 inline 4, the F175 delivers an exceptional power-to-weight ratio due to its extremely lightweight design and high engine output. Suitable for a wide range of vessels, this 2.8 Litre, four-stroke engine delivers an unbelievably smooth and quiet performance.

With its narrow 600mm mounting centres, the F175 is ideal for twin engine applications and has been engineered to operate Yamaha’s Shift Dampener System (SDS) propellers, resulting in smooth shifting, vibration-free operation, and reduced overall noise. Choose between a mechanical throttle or a ‘fly-by-wire’ Digital Electronic Control (DEC) throttle, for an extremely smooth and simple operating experience.

The F200 is the flagship outboard in Yamaha’s big four-cylinder range, delivering an extremely powerful engine in a highly compact and lightweight package. Suitable for a wide range of applications, this 2.8 litre, four-stroke engine is not only the lightest in its class, but delivers an unbelievably smooth and quiet operation. The F200 comes with variable camshaft timing, which boosts low and mid-range torque for improved acceleration and overall performance.

This exceptional outboard also comes with the option of a mechanical throttle or a ‘fly-by-wire’ Digital Electronic Control (DEC) throttle. The DEC offers an extremely smooth and simple operation, making time spent on the water even more enjoyable. This engine is an ideal choice for repowers and due to its slimline shape is also perfect for twin outboard setups.

The hard working F200 V6 is a popular choice for commercial operators due to its proven reliability and performance in the most challenging of marine environments. This powerful workhorse has been specifically built to handle the extra loads, higher hours and additional demands required by professional operators - where people’s lives and livelihoods matter. This powerful, ultra-dependable V6 3.4 litre engine takes advantage of variable camshaft timing for improved low and mid-range torque resulting in better power and acceleration. The F200 V6 also includes a single electronic throttle valve for a smoother, more responsive and fuel efficient operation.

When it comes to offshore, big horsepower performance, Yamaha’s new generation V6 outboards stand in a class of their own. Combining big bore performance, refined design and unrivalled fuel economy, these engines are purpose-built to handle the most challenging of marine environments. The smallest of these big displacement power plants is the extremely lightweight and powerful F225, which incorporates Yamaha’s plasma-fused sleeveless cylinder technology. By removing the need for conventional steel sleeves, this outboard is both lighter and able to deliver an increased engine capacity. With Yamaha’s multipoint electronic fuel injection system, variable camshaft timing and electronically controlled throttle valve, this engine is able to maintain optimum power and efficiency at all times, resulting in improved overall performance.

The Yamaha F250 delivers the latest technology with unrivalled big power performance, ensuring you have the muscle and smarts to handle the most extreme offshore environments. This new generational 4.2 litre, big bore V6 offshore outboard has the largest capacity in its class while weighing in at just 253kgs. This unbelievable power-to-weight ratio is achieved through the use of an innovative plasma-fused sleeveless cylinder design, which greatly reduces the overall cylinder weight while achieving increased engine capacity. The innovations don’t just stop there. This exceptional outboard includes all of Yamaha’s latest technologies including an electronically controlled throttle valve, variable camshaft timing and digital electronic controls.

For a big horsepower offshore engine that is going to get you there and back quickly and safely, the F300 represents the pinnacle in Yamaha’s latest generation V6 outboard range. This engine is not only powerful, but lightweight, due to its innovative plasma-fused sleeveless cylinders, which not only reduces weight but provides an increased engine capacity for improved power and performance. This engine also comes with Yamaha’s top-end technologies including a ‘drive-by-wire’ electronic throttle for smooth and precise control.

Yamaha has built an enviable reputation for building highly reliable, technology driven, big horsepower engines. We have now taken this to the extreme with the release of the all-new V8 425 XTO (Extreme offshore) outboard.

This beast of an engine has been designed from the ground up to deliver maximum power and thrust. Powered by a big bore, 5.6 litre, naturally aspirated engine, the XTO Offshore opens up a whole new class of large outboard driven boats, delivering a more reliable, fuel efficient and premium quality engine solution.

The XTO Offshore is not only our most powerful outboard, it is also our most technologically advanced, with the introduction of Yamaha’s first fully integrated power system.

This system combines a revolutionary fully integrated electric steering system, with our premium CL7 multifunction display, advanced ‘drive-by-wire’ throttle controls and Helm Master joystick docking and positioning controls - creating a truly effortless boating experience.

Other key features include an in-water gear lube change system, oversized rugged gear case and hardened gears, massive 90 Amp power-generation system and large diameter XTO OS high thrust prop.

Presented in a very stylish, compact and powerful looking package, this outboard is sure to be the envy of every boat owner.

The all-new Yamaha 90-horsepower In-Line Four V MAX SHO® may be the smallest in the V MAX SHO® line, but it packs the biggest punch of any 90-horse on the water.

Its SOHC four-valve-per-cylinder design minimises weight while optimizing combustion. In fact, its lightweight design combined with 1.8L displacement makes the VMAX SHO 90 the class leader in torque and top speed. A reconfigured gear ratio also gives the VMAX SHO 90 greater holeshot and improved top-end speed over it's F90 sibling. The all-new Yamaha VMAX SHO 90, the latest addition to the VMAX family.

When it comes to exhilarating performance, no other engine matches the speed, weight and smarts of Yamaha’s VMAX SHO (Super High Output) four-stroke engines. The VMAX SHO high performance range was recently expanded to include the VF115, allowing smaller horsepower rated boats to take advantage of this high performance platform. This in-line four cylinder, 1.8 litre outboard is tuned to deliver additional top-end performance for high performance sports such as bass fishing, skiing and racing. The VF115 has achieved significant weight reductions, by utilising a lightweight composite lower pan and cowling, a single-ram power trim and tilt mechanism, and a lightweight mounting bracket, delivering an exceptional power-to-weight performance. This compact, lightweight and capable engine delivers a performance typically associated with a two stroke, but with the convenience, reliability and whisper quietness of a four-stroke.

Yamaha’s VMAX SHO (Super High Output) four-stroke engines have been designed to be the lightest, fastest and smartest high performance engines on the market. Originally developed for the US Tournament Bass Boat market, these extremely powerful motors are ideally suited skiing, boat racing and a whole range of other shallow-hull water sports. The 2.8 litre VF150 engine not only achieves exceptional power outputs, but delivers an incredibly efficient, clean and quiet performance that uses up to 40 percent less fuel than traditional carburetted two-stroke engines. Their streamlined design conceals a 16-valve double-overhead cam, variable camshaft timing and electronic fuel injection, delivering the exhilarating hole shot and top speed of a two-stroke, with the efficient advantages of a four-stroke. For a low weight and incredibly powerful all-round high performance platform, look no further than the VF150.

The VF175 VMAX Super High Output four-stroke outboard is lighter, faster and smarter then any other outboard in its class. This exceptional piece of machinery has been purpose built to meet the needs of the high performance and competition market, and is ideally suited to smaller bass boats, flats boats, skit boats, bay boats and other performance hulls. This powerful 2.8 litre, 16-valve double-overhead cam engine utilises variable camshaft timing and electronic fuel injection, to deliver an exhilarating hole shot and top-end speed, while producing a incredibly efficient, clean and quiet performance. The VF175 VMAX comes with the option of a long and extra long shaft length and includes variable trollingto achieve that perfect lure presentation. For competition winning performance, don't go past the VF175 VMAX.

With its awesome power, lightweight design and compact casing, the VF200 SHO (Super High Output) is the perfect weapon for those looking for that winning edge in their boating performance. Through innovative engineering Yamaha has managed to significantly reduce the engines weight while increasing its overall displacement. This enables the VF200 to achieve an unbelievable power-to-weight ratio, that leaves all other four-stroke as well as two-stroke competitors in its wake. This exceptional outboard is also smart, incorporating variable camshaft timing, an electronic throttle valve and multipoint fuel injection system which work together to achieve excellent fuel economy, quiet operation and improved all-round performance. Whether you compete in fishing tournaments, race or simply use your boat for high speed recreational purposes, the VF200 will deliver every time.

The VF225 VMAX SHO (Super High Output) has redefined the high-performance outboard market with its ground breaking blend of low weight, incredible power and high-end speed. Purpose-built for the competitive bass fishing market, this 4.6 litre, V6, 24-valve outboard, is also the engine of choice for high-speed adrenalin junkies, skiers and shallow-hull performance enthusiasts. With its great fuel economy, whisper quiet operation and exceptional reliability, this extraordinary engine has made the old two-stroke vs four-stroke argument completely redundant. The VF225 comes with a high-output alternator to run all the necessary electronic accessories and includes Yamaha’s variable trolling control, which allows you to adjust the engine speed up or down in 50 RPM increments to achieve perfect lure presentation speeds. If speed and high-end performance is your thing, then look no further than the VF225.

For sheer unbridled power, speed and performance, Yamaha’s VF250 Vmax SHO (Super High Output) four-stroke outboards deliver where no other four-stroke or two-stroke can. This race bred outboard has been purposely designed to meet the competitive needs of bass boat fishing, skiing, racing and other adrenalin packed boating activities. The 4.2 litre, 24-valve, double overhead cam engine is not only extremely compact, but is lighter than another equivalent four-stroke on the market. The secret to its performance is the plasma-fused sleeveless cylinders which significantly reduce the overall weight while increasing the engine capacity. If speed is your thing, then there is no better option.