2017 Yamaha VF225 LA VMAX SHO Outboard Motor

The 2017 Yamaha VF225LA is a new 225 HP V6 V MAX SHO, rated at 225 HP at 5,500 RPM from a 4.2-liter, 60-degree six-cylinder, four-stroke block. This LA trim comes with a 505 lb dry weight on a 20-inch shaft, aimed at bass and multi-species hulls running mechanical controls.

Fuel efficiency built into the design

Micro-textured cylinder walls improve breathing efficiency, and precision multi-point injection meters air and fuel closely enough to help this platform run leaner than the carbureted two-strokes bass anglers used for years, without giving up the acceleration off the line. A single on-engine water-separating filter, paired with a 10-micron external filter, keeps contaminants out of the injectors.

What to verify before ordering

Oil capacity with filter is 6.7 liters (7.1 qt), spark plugs are spec'd as LFR6A-11-00-000, and mounting centers sit at 28.6 inches. Gear ratio is 1.75:1, cooling is water/thermostatic, and the alternator is rated 50 amps (46 amps at 1,000 RPM).

What is the tilt and trim range? 66 degrees of tilt and -4 to +16 degrees of trim, with a 10.3:1 compression ratio.

Is it ethanol-tolerant? Yes, up to a 10 percent blend, on regular unleaded at a minimum 89 octane.

What's the emissions rating? C.A.R.B. three-star.

Starting is electric, gear shift runs forward-neutral-reverse, and the warranty splits three years pleasure, three years government, one year commercial.