Suzuki DF80A – Efficient 80HP Four-Stroke Outboard Motor

The Suzuki DF80A is engineered to deliver nearly everything the bigger DF90A offers, but in an 80HP package. It’s ideal for boaters who want reliable power and superb fuel efficiency without stepping up to the next power class. Recommended applications and benefits include:

• Confident Power Delivery: The DF80A inherits many of the DF90A’s technical strengths, giving it “big engine” muscle in the 80HP range. Its 1.5L engine provides impressive acceleration and the ability to push heavier hulls. This makes it a great choice for 4.5–5 meter boats that need confident speed – such as aluminum fishing boats, family bowriders, or RIB inflatables carrying several passengers.
• Fuel Savings: With Suzuki’s Lean Burn system at work, this outboard truly shines in economy. At mid-range throttle, the DF80A consumes significantly less fuel than older 80HP models. In practical terms, you’ll travel farther on each tank – a valuable advantage for those long days on the water or professional uses (e.g., tours, patrols) where every liter counts.
• Quiet and Clean Operation: The DF80A runs remarkably quietly and with minimal vibration, thanks to engineering like the offset driveshaft and optimized air intake system. In addition to meeting stringent EURO 1 emissions standards, its quiet operation makes for a more pleasant boating experience – important during long cruises or when fishing.
• Durability for Heavy Use: A large-displacement engine producing a moderate 80HP means less stress and wear in the long run. The self-adjusting timing chain further adds to this reliability by ensuring the valve timing stays perfect without maintenance. This is valuable for commercial operators or frequent boaters where maximum uptime and minimal downtime are priorities.
• Electrical Power and Control: The DF80A’s beefy 27A alternator ensures you can run your boat’s navigation systems, lights, and fishfinders without draining the battery. There’s also an optional Troll Mode system for anglers, allowing fine-tuned low-speed control (increments of 50 RPM) when trolling, as well as a tilt limit feature that protects your transom and motor from over-tilting.
• Outstanding Value: Overall, the DF80A provides boat owners with remarkable value – covering a wide swath of uses from leisure to commercial with minimal compromise. Easy to install, easy to maintain, and highly economical, this 80HP Suzuki is an investment that pays off with years of smooth, trouble-free service.