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    Suzuki to Release DF350 and DFS400 at Miami Boat Show (Details)

    Copied from THT http://www.thehulltruth.com/boating-...w-details.html

    If only Suzuki pricing in Aus was similar to the states where they are a substantially cheaper option....




    Game changing next generation Suzuki high horsepower models to be launched for 2017. Official release slated for the Miami Boat Show. Here are initial some details from Shizuoka Japan:

    - 2 new high horsepower models for 2017 DF350 and DFS400

    - Displacement increase of 0.5L over current 300hp model to produce 350hp and 400hp respectively on 87 octane.

    - The 400hp model will utilize the same increased displacement as the 350hp model, with a supplemental supercharger running low boost to provide the added horsepower.

    - (VVT) Variable valve timing will remain and VLT (Variable Lift Timing) for increased torque and power.

    - Hydraulic valve lifters eliminating valve adjustments.

    - Direct injection with an increased economy of 16% over tradition fuel injection.

    - Internal cooling passages coated with NASA derived nano-technology carbon Teflon material with an expected life of 20 years. This material eliminates corrosion issues.

    - Power steering will be standard and integrated into a newly designed transom bracket with integrated power trim/tilt. Power trim is 30% quicker and incorporates an auto trim feature.

    - SmartOil (trademark pending) monitors engine oil service life and alerts the user when the oil needs to be changed. Synthetic oil is standard and oil changes are extended to 200 hours.

    - FuelWatch (trademark pending) monitors fuel condition alerting user of low octane condition or poor fuel conditions (i.e. emulsified water in fuel).

    - Fly by wire will be replaced with Wi-Fi Connect, an industry first. Wi-Fi Connect reduces installation time by up to 80%. Installation entails 1) mount motor, 2) connect fuel and battery 3) sync binnacle Wi-Fi to motor and go. Wi-Fi Connect also provides engine data to Wi-Fi Connect compatible gauges.

    - Modular cowl with separate side and top units offered in several color combinations to accent boats and boaters tastes.

    - TopCharge Cowl (trademark pending) option integrates a small solar panel in the horizontal surface of the cowl to provide trickle battery charging when motor is not in use.

    - 5 year warranty, non-declining (no 3rd party warranty).

    - Weight for the 350hp* is 630#, weight for the 400hp* model is 660# (* - denotes 25 shaft)

    Pricing has not been announced, but expected to be aggressive as Suzuki is looking to dominate the repower market and establish a stronger position in the factory rigged boat market. These new technologies are expected to trickle down into the 200-300hp range the following model year.

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    Re: Suzuki to Release DF350 and DFS400 at Miami Boat Show (Details)

    Kind of wonder what new problems will come? The big HP Yamahas have not proven to be exactly fabulous!

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    Re: Suzuki to Release DF350 and DFS400 at Miami Boat Show (Details)

    Spoke to two different builders about this engine today and neither could see the point with the wireless. Running the wires on a fly by wire outboard is such a minor thing in the scheme of building a boat why would you risk introducing the uncertainty of the wireless connection.

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    Re: Suzuki to Release DF350 and DFS400 at Miami Boat Show (Details)

    Quote Originally Posted by Chris Tucker View Post
    Spoke to two different builders about this engine today and neither could see the point with the wireless. Running the wires on a fly by wire outboard is such a minor thing in the scheme of building a boat why would you risk introducing the uncertainty of the wireless connection.
    My sentiments exactly Chris, considering the risks associated with it if (or when) things do go wrong!

    Still, with the pricing of the Zukes over there, they will probably sell like hot cakes in the re-power market.
    Cheers
    Brendon

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    Re: Suzuki to Release DF350 and DFS400 at Miami Boat Show (Details)

    They didn't mention in the article that you have to install the control binnacle and run power to it. So, you are running a wire to it...

    The only thing I could see of any benefit.. and even then, its marginal... that you could control the motor from the back of your car when retrieving the boat with a second binnacle. But thats only power, not steering.

    The sensors and solar charging are a good idea. And it sounds like they are thinking about the cowling design a bit. I;ve often wondered why outboard manufacturers don't give you the option to choose a colour like you can when buying cars.

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    Re: Suzuki to Release DF350 and DFS400 at Miami Boat Show (Details)

    I have a sneaky suspicion that this is all


    a hoax!
    Note to self: Don't argue with an idiot. They will only bring you down to their level and beat you with experience....

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    Re: Suzuki to Release DF350 and DFS400 at Miami Boat Show (Details)

    We were just talking about this at smoko, and yes we sort of all agreed the wireless throttle and shift will have little effect on the insulation cost but we actually don't see it as being a bad thing and when you think about it the technology has been around since the 1930's. All they are really doing is swapping out the loom with a transmitter and receiver im guessing the control box and engines is exactly the same. A real benefit I can see is when it comes to auto pilot installation as you would only need to install a control box and away you go.

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    Re: Suzuki to Release DF350 and DFS400 at Miami Boat Show (Details)

    Now confirmed!

    It was all a spoof!

    So no new DF350/400 to be released in foreseeable future.
    Note to self: Don't argue with an idiot. They will only bring you down to their level and beat you with experience....

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    Re: Suzuki to Release DF350 and DFS400 at Miami Boat Show (Details)

    They called it early Moonlighter. The OP apparently has a good piss take track record.

    im more interested in when engine manufacturers are going to start experimenting with the new Magnesium-lithium alloy the Australian scientists came up with in the last year.. Sounds promising.
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