Suzuki 15 HP DF15AEL Outboard Motor

Suzuki's DF15AEL puts 15 HP of fuel-injected power on a 20-inch shaft, started electrically but with a pull cord kept as backup, steered with a tiller, and built light enough to suit jon boats, skiffs, and sailboat auxiliary duty alike. What to check before buying This is the long-shaft edition of Suzuki's 15 HP line; a shorter-shaft version of the same engine is sold separately, so measure your transom before choosing. Twin cylinders displace 327 cc under digital CDI timing, and the propeller is a 3-blade aluminum unit, 10.25 inches in diameter and pitched at 9.0 inches. Power and fuel A 145-watt alternator comes standard to keep the starting battery charged, drawing fuel from an onboard tank rated at 3.1 gallons with its own connecting hose. The crate adds a printed manual and a tool kit. Common questions What happens if the battery dies? A manual pull cord is kept as a back-up starting method alongside electric start. Is this engine rated for salt water? Yes. What's the warranty term? Suzuki backs this motor for three years. Weight stays reasonable for a 15 HP four-stroke, light enough to lift onto a transom without a hoist, though exact figures vary slightly by rigging. Twist-grip throttle control sits right on the tiller handle, so speed adjustments don't need a separate lever. Specifications Model DF15AEL Model Year No SKU DF15AEL-17 Weight 108.0000 Manufacturer Suzuki Country of Manufacture Thailand Horsepower 15hp Shaft Length 20″ (Long) Steering Tiller Starting Electric Trim & Tilt Manual Fuel Delivery EFI Fuel Tank External Cylinder(s) 2 Displacement 327 cc (20.0 cubic inches) Bore and Stroke 60.4 x 57 mm (2.38 x 2.24 inches) Full Throttle RPM Range 5000-6000 RPM Ignition System Digital CDI Induction Scavenging SOHC Valves per Cylinder 2 Fuel Type Unleaded Gasoline (87 octane) Fuel Tank / Fuel Line INCLUDED: 3.1 Gallon Fuel Tank and Fuel Line Oil Type SAE 10W-30 or SAE 10W-40 Oil Capacity 33.8 fl oz. (1000 mL) Lubrication Wet Sump; Trochoid Type Cam-Driven Oil Pump Alternator 12V 145W 12A Cooling System Water-Cooled Saltwater Rated YES Gear Ratio 2.08:1 Gear Shift Forward-Neutral-Reverse (front-mounted lever) Propeller 3-Blade Aluminum 10.25″ Dia x 9.0″ Pitch Internal Battery No