Bridgeport, Ala. - May 2, 2007 -Yamaha Marine Group today introduced the new F225TLR, a high-power V6, sports-style four-stroke outboard with a 20-inch shaft. Built with much of the same proven technology as Yamaha's venerable F250, the F225TLR provides all the benefits of a high-power Yamaha V6 outboard, with a 20-inch shaft that makes it an excellent match for many of today's most popular boats.
"A number of bay boats, pontoon boats, and "fish 'n' ski" boats are designed for large horsepower 20-inch shaft engines. It's also for Bass boaters who prefer four-stroke power," said Phil Dyskow, Yamaha Marine Group president. "I like to think of this F225 as the sport model; it gives customers all the power they need in a four-stroke package."
The heart of the new Yamaha F225TLR is a compact 60-degree, 3.3 liter (204 c.i.) block. It's equipped with Variable Camshaft Timing, which dramatically increases low and mid-range torque. A redesigned air intake system, coupled with proven Yamaha multi-point electronic fuel injection, delivers easy, instant starts, fast acceleration, and maximum top-end speed.
An electronically controlled single throttle valve feeds individual long intake tracks, which increases hole-shot, acceleration, and mid-range performance.
Several features, such as Yamaha's closed fuel vapor system, have helped this outboard earn a three-star rating for ultra-low emissions from California Air Resources board (C.A.R.B.) The outboard also meets or exceeds all Federal emissions requirements. Yamaha plans to begin deliveries to boat builder and dealer partners by summer 2007.
F225TLR Specifications
Block configuration V6 60-degree
Displacement 3.3 Liter (204 c.i.)
Prop shaft horsepower 225 @ 5500 RPM
Compression 9.9:1
Full Throttle RPM range 5000 - 6000
Fuel induction DOHC/24-valve with Variable Camshaft Timing
Fuel type Unleaded Gasoline (Minimum Pump Octane 89)
Exhaust Through Propeller, Water-cooled Labyrinth
Ignition system TCI / 32-bit Micro-computer Control w/ Direct Coil-in-Cap Ignition
Alternator Output 46 Amp (38 Amp @ 1000 RPM)
Lubrication Wet Sump
Gear ratio 2.0:1 (30/15)
Weight 20" shaft / 584 lbs
C.A.R.B. 3 - Star
Limited Warranty 3-Year Pleasure, 3-Year Government, 1-Year Commercial
Specifications are subject to change without notice.