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2017 Yamaha VMAX SHO 225 HP 4-Stroke 25″ (L)
- Palletized and heavy shrink-wrapped for freight
- LTL carrier delivery with optional liftgate service
- Ships in 1–2 business days from Los Angeles, CA
- Transit typically 3–7 business days, continental US
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Details & Inspection Notes
This is a used 2017 Yamaha 225 HP V MAX SHO, a 4.2-liter V6 four-stroke with a 25-inch shaft, professionally inspected and serviced before listing. It shows 194 hours and is described in excellent, like-new condition.
Inspection results on this unit
Compression reads approximately 207 PSI across all cylinders with uniform readings, and a leak-down test came back at 2-4 percent across the board, both signs of an engine in good mechanical health for its hours. It has not been repainted, has seen freshwater use only, shows no corrosion, and had its lower unit inspected during servicing.
What ships with it
A control box, wiring harness, key switch, Yamaha gauges where applicable, a stainless propeller, power trim and tilt hardware, and the manual if available make up the included package, and the unit arrives ready to mount and run.
What boats does this suit? The seller recommends it for bass, bay and center console boats, offshore fishing boats and other multi-species or performance fishing applications.
What's the alternator rating? Up to 70 amps.
Weight? Dry weight is approximately 557 lbs (253 kg); shipping weight is approximately 561 lbs. Model number is 523.
Warranty? A 3-year limited warranty, with the pre-shipment compression and diagnostic report included.
Fuel system is EFI with electric start, remote steering and remote controls, and minimum recommended fuel is 89 octane unleaded.
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Yamaha |
| Year | 2017 |
| Model Series | V MAX SHO |
| Horsepower | 225 HP |
| Engine Type | 4-Stroke DOHC |
| Cylinders | V6 |
| Displacement | 4.2L (4,169 cc) |
| Fuel System | Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) |
| Starting System | Electric Start |
| Steering | Remote |
| Control Type | Remote Control |
| Trim & Tilt | Power Trim & Tilt |
| Shaft Length | 25″ Extra Long (X Shaft) |
| Alternator Output | Up to 70 Amps |
| Fuel Requirement | Unleaded Gasoline (Minimum 89 Octane Recommended) |
| Dry Weight | Approx. 557 lbs (253 kg) |
| Shipping Weight | Approx. 561 lbs |
| Model Number | 523 |
Startup & Installation Checklist
- Replace timing components, water pump and plugs before initial startup where applicable.
- Refill all fluids with manufacturer-specified oil and coolant.
- Verify sensors, ECU pinouts and grounds against your chassis or hull wiring.
- Startup warranty covers heads, block and internal lubricated components for 30 days from delivery.
Full terms: 30-day startup warranty · returns