Suzuki Advantages
DF15
| Model Name: | DF15M | DF15E | Honda 15 | Mercury 15 | Yamaha 15 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer: | Suzuki | Suzuki | Honda | Mercury | Yamaha |
| Horse Power: | 15 | 15 | 15 | (1) 15 (2) 15 Bigfoot | 15 |
| Valves Per Cylinder: | N/A | N/A | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Valve Train Drive: | N/A | N/A | Belt | Belt | Belt |
| Shaft: | 15 | S (15); L (20) | S15, L20, X25 | S15, L20 | S15, L20 |
| Displacement: | 18.2 cu. in. (302 cc) | 18.2 cu. in. (302 cc) | 280cc, 17.1 cu. in. | 323cc, 19.7 cu. in. | 323cc, 19.7 c.i. |
| Weight: | 97 | S=105; L=107 | S 93, L95, X9; add 8 lbs. for electric start | (1) 111 (2) 128 | S15, L20 |
| Lubrication: | N/A | N/A | Wet sump | Wet sump | Wet sump |
| Cylinders: | I-2 | I-2 | 2, SOHC | 2,SOHC | 2, SOHC |
| Ignition: | Suzuki PEI | Suzuki PEI | CDI** | CDI** | CDI** |
| Bore X Stroke: | 2.28 x 2.24 in. (58 x 57 mm) | 2.28 x 2.24 in. (58 x 57 mm) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| RPM Range: | 5400-6000 | 5400-6000 | 4500-5500 | 4500-5500 | 4500-5500 |
| Maximum RPM: | 6000 | 600 | 5500 | 5500 | 5500 |
| Starter: | Man. Start/Choke | Man. Start/Choke | Manual/electric | Manual/electric | Manual/electric |
| Oil Tank Capacity: | 1.2 qt. (1.1 lit.) | 1.2 qt. (1.1 lit.) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Alternator: | 12V 2.5A or 6.6A | 12V 6.6A | 6 A Manual Start 12A Electrical Start | Manual 6 A, Elect. 10A | 10 A |
| Trim Position: | 5 positions | 5 positions | 5 Positions | 5 positions and shallow water | 3 positions |
| Fuel: | Unleaded | Unleaded | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Gear Ratio: | 2.08:1 | 2.08:1 | 2.08:1 | 2.42:1 | 2.08:1/13:27 |
| Exhaust: | N/A | N/A | Thru prop | Thru prop | Thru prop |
| Drive Train Protection: | Spline Drive Rubber Hub | Spline Drive Rubber Hub | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Standard Propeller: | 3 x 9 1/4 x 9 | 3 x 9 1/4 x 9 | (S) 3x9 1/2 x 91/2 (L, X) 3x9 1/2x8 5/8 | (S) 3 x 9 x 9 | 3 x 9 1/4 x 10 1/2 |
| Available Prop Pitches: | 7-11 | 7-11 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Steering: | Tiller | Electric start | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Low Oil Warning: | Yes | Yes | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Carbon Emission: | N/A | N/A | 3-Star Ultra-Low | 2-Star Very Low | 2-Star Very Low |
DF15 Advantages
Over Yamaha
- Lighter weight: 97 lbs. vs. 99 lbs.
- Easier pull starting due to compression reduction system
- 3-Star emission rating vs. 2-Star
Over Honda
- 302cc (18.4 c.i.) vs. 280cc (17.1 c.i.) No replacement for displacement
- Easier pull starting due to compression reduction system
- Oil filter vs. none
Over Mercury
- Lighter weight: 97 lbs. vs 111 lbs.
- Easier pull starting due to compression reduction system
- Neutral fast idle/warmup vs. none
- 3-Star emission rating vs. 2-Star
DF9.9T
| Model Name: | DF9.9T | DF9.9TH |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer: | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Engine Type: | OHC | OHC |
| Fuel Delivery: | Carburetor | Carburetor |
| Shaft: | L: 508 (20), X: 635 (25) | L: 20 in. (508 mm), X: 25in. (635 mm) |
| Weight: | L: 117.9 lbs. (53.5 kg), X: 121.3 lbs. (55.0 kg) | L: 120.2 lbs. (54.5 kg), X: 123.5 lbs. (56.0 kg) |
| Cylinders: | 2 | 2 |
| Displacement: | 18.4 cu. in. (302 cc) | 18.4 cu. in. (302 cc) |
| Bore X Stroke: | 2.28 x 2.24 in. (58 x 57 mm) | 2.28 x 2.24 in. (58 x 57 mm) |
| Ignition: | Digital CDI | Digital CDI |
| Operating Range: | 4,500 - 5,500 rpm | 4,500 - 5,500 rpm |
| Starter: | Electric | Electric |
| Oil Tank Capacity: | 1.1 qt. (1.0 lt.) | 1.1 qt. (1.0 lt.) |
| Alternator: | 12V 12A | 12V 12A |
| Mounting: | Shear Mount | Shear Mount |
| Trim Position: | Power Tilt | Power Tilt |
| Gear Ratio: | 2.08 : 1 | 2.08 : 1 |
| Exhaust: | Through Prop Hub Exhaust | Through Prop Hub Exhaust |
| Drive Train Protection: | Rubber Hub | Rubber Hub |
| Standard Propeller: | 4-Blade Type 10 X 5 in. | 4-Blade Type 10 X 5 in. |
| Steering: | Remote | Tiller |
DF9.9T Advantages
- Coming Soon
DF9.9
| Model Name: | DF9.9M | DF9.9EL | DF9.9RL | Honda 9 | Mercury 9 | Yamaha 9 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer: | Suzuki | Suzuki | Suzuki | Honda | Mercury | Yamaha |
| Horse Power: | 9.9 | 9.9 | 9.9 | 9.9 | (1) 9.9 (2) Big Foot | (1) 9.9, (2) 9.9 High Thrust |
| Valves Per Cylinder: | N/A | N/A | N/A | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Valve Train Drive: | N/A | N/A | N/A | Belt | Belt | Belt |
| Shaft: | S (15); L (20) | 20 | 20 | S15, L20, X25 | (1) S15, L20 (2) L20 XL25 | (1) S15, L20 (2) L20, XL25 |
| Displacement: | 18.2 cu. in. (302 cc) | 18.2 cu. in. (302 cc) | 18.2 cu. in. (302 cc) | N/A | 209cc, 12.75 cu. in. | 323cc, 19.7 cu. in. |
| Weight: | 97 | 107 | 107 | S 87, L 89, X 93; add 8lbs. for electric start | (1) 84 (2) 96 | (1) 99 (2) 107 |
| Lubrication: | N/A | N/A | N/A | Wet Sump | Wet Sump | Wet sump |
| Cylinders: | I-2 | I-2 | I-2 | 2, SOHC | 2, SOHC | 2, SOHC |
| Ignition: | Suzuki PEI | Suzuki PEI | Suzuki PEI | CDI** | CDI** | CDI** |
| Bore X Stroke: | 2.28 x 2.24 in. (58 x 57 mm) | 2.28 x 2.24 in. (58 x 57 mm) | 2.28 x 2.24 in. (58 x 57 mm) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| RPM Range: | 4500-5500 | 4500-5500 | 4500-5500 | 5000-6000 | 5000-6000 | 4500-5500 |
| Maximum RPM: | 5500 | 5500 | 5500 | 6000 | 6000 | 5500 |
| Starter: | Manual | Manual | Electric | Manual/electric | Manual/electric | (1) Manual/electric, (2) Electric |
| Oil Tank Capacity: | 1.2 qt. (1.1 lit.) | 1.2 qt. (1.1 lit.) | 1.2 qt. (1.1 lit.) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Alternator: | 12V 2.5A or 6.6A | 12V 6.6A | 12V 6.6A | Manual 6 A (10 A opt.), electric 12A | Manual 6 A | 6A Standard 10 A (High Thrust) |
| Trim Position: | 5 positions | 5 positions | 5 positions | 5 positions | 5 positions, and shallow water | 3 positions |
| Fuel: | Unleaded | Unleaded | Unleaded | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Gear Ratio: | 2.08:1 | 2.08:1 | 2.08:1 | 2.33:1 | (2) 2.42:1 | (1) 2.08:1/13:27 (2) 2.92:1/13:38 |
| Exhaust: | N/A | N/A | N/A | Thru Prop | Thru Prop | Thru prop |
| Drive Train Protection: | Spline Drive Rubber Hub | Spline Drive Rubber Hub | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Standard Propeller: | 3 x9 1/4 x 9 | 3 x 9 1/4 x 9 | 3 x 9 1/4 x 9 | 4 x 9 1/4 x 8 | (S) 3x 9 x 9 | (1) 3 x 9 1/4x9 (2) 3 x 11 3/4x 9 1/4 |
| Available Prop Pitches: | 7-11 | 7-11 | 7-11 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Steering: | Tiller | Tiller | Remote | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Low Oil Warning: | Yes | Yes | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Carbon Emission: | N/A | N/A | N/A | 3-Star Ultra Low | 2-Star Very Low | 2-Start Very Low |
DF9.9 Advantages
Over Mercury
- Lighter weight: 97 lbs. vs 111 lbs.
- Easier pull starting due to compression reduction system
- Neutral fast idle/warmup vs. none
Over Yamaha
- 302cc (18.4 c.i.) vs. 232cc (14.2 c.i.) No replacement for displacement
- Easier pull starting due to compression reduction system
- 3-Star emission rating vs. 2-Star
Over Honda
- 302cc (18.4 c.i.) vs. 222cc (13.5 c.i.) No replacement for displacement
- Easier pull starting due to the compression reduction system
- Oil filter vs. none