PROs and CONs: NEW SUZUKI 250HP Digital Outboard on Bass Boat DF250ATSS

In this comprehensive video, join us as Boomer goes through the pros and cons of the brand NEW Suzuki DF250ATSS outboard engine.

Suzuki has entered the bass market with this new digital motor. We've had Jake Boomer testing this motor all year long, and he's got a comprehensive list of Pros and Cons to aid in your decision. Interest rates, combined with high prices of new boats, makes the Suzuki repower an option for boaters who may have tired, underpowered engines.

Here's what we'll cover:
👍 Pros:

Impressive Performance: Discover the power and efficiency that the Suzuki 250HP brings to your boating experience.
Reliability: Learn why Suzuki engines are known for their durability and dependability on the water.
Fuel Efficiency: Explore how Suzuki's innovative technology can save you money on fuel costs.
Quiet Operation: Experience the peace and tranquility of a quiet Suzuki engine.
Advanced Features: Get a glimpse of the cutting-edge features that set this outboard apart.
Rough Water Capability: Gearing and big block power provide exceptional rough water capabilities for the biggest bass boats.

👎 Cons:

Overall Speed: How fast does repower run compared to original motor.

Overall Weight: How does Suzuki DF250ATSS compare to other motors in this category.

Join us as we explore the pros and cons of the NEW Suzuki 250HP outboard and equip yourself with the knowledge you need when deciding on your next motor.

[offdutycharterstx]

Not sure what you ran before, I have a 2012 250SS with 1400 hours and just purchased a new 2023 250SS to repower, Great job on information put out, And yes fuel economy is extremely important. I average 2.5 MPG on a big 25 Ft.bay boat (Dargel 250 HDX Kat)

[JDC]

Love this video! Just bought a Starcraft Pontoon and optioned it with the 250Stealth. The dealer put the Yamaha 250SHO on most of his stock builds but loved the look of the Zook so much he said he was going to start configuring more of them that way. Really excited to get it out on the water

[jcoop]

Did you just big tires weigh more because of all the compressed air in them??? 😂🤣🤣🤣... Just crackin on you... Love your content

[tracywest]

I repowered in 2020 with the Suzuki 250 SS on my 203 Champion 20 foot boat and is by far the best motor I have ever owned and I have owned all of the top brands. I now have 370 hrs on it with ZERO problems. I also run the 27 pitch Scorpion prop. Top end speed is 72 to 74 mph depending on fuel amount in the boat. I have thought about trading to a newer, but I really see no reason to do it.

[tomvancil]

Ordered the digital 115, for my new RIB. Will be on the Great Lakes mostly. Suzuki is the only mfg to offer digital in the 115 series. Their SMG4 is also the best digital gauge out there I feel, what a perfect compliment to the ultimate outboards!

[dang]

To the gear reduction you speak under the the powerhead for the drive shafts. On the 4.0 SS 250hp it’s 1.1. Btw hit the Zerk fitting where the shafts engagement. The gear reduction is like 1.2 or 1.23 on the 200SS.

[giovannim]

People have no idea how good Suzuki are ...

[chadherfel]

You did a great job of getting me excited about owning one of these motors. Mine will power my Procat 240. Cheers!

[sooweeq]

Good analysis. "Irregardless" is not a word, btw. "Regardless" is sufficient.

[prestoncleary]

My 2023 250ss engine has been nothing but problems. Since the 1st week I’ve owned engine randomly breaking down. Susuki could have made it right and replaced it but the dragged me dealer to dealer for a year. Made 30 200 mile round trips back and forth to dealers. Put me through hell. Definitely didn’t get what paid for. Thought I’d share my experience.

[waylonlevins]

I started with the Scorpion on my Nitro/Zuke rig, and it is the fastest prop. But the Nitro runs rough with the Scorpion, I found the Solas Lexor 4 blade (L4) gets much better stern lift and vastly improves rough water handling. Not sure how it would work with a Phoenix. Anyway, nice vid man.

[johnkern]

I have a Suzuki on my 2019 tuition ❤❤love it

[DSKSeattle]

Glad I found your channel. How busy are you? Need to repower. Thinking 250.

[tundrabasser]

Thats not bad as far as speed. For as dependable as they are it might be a good trade.

[James-bbke]

You mentioned tuning other outboards. Suzuki can also be tuned?

[Pierrepadda]

Hi, thanks for the detailed review of the Suzuki kuro. What is the name of the propeller you recommend? I'm having trouble finding it online. I live in Sweden and wonder if I could order it from you if possible?😊

[vernonneal]

Have you guys installed a Suzuki 250 on Basscat Caracal STS? If so, what prop, how did it performance, and what kind of speed did it produce?

[Bassin_SWarb]

Just my 2 cents: Motor is heavier because they probably reengineered the mounts to handle the weight change and load differences from 2 to 4 stroke so they don’t sheer off like the some other 4 strokes. Case in point would be the Wes Logan accident. Quality/safety over speed/cosmetics=Suzuki. That engine is pretty sick looking though.

[adamportner]

I have a 2019 921 with a 2019 250ss the scorpion prop and I've had it loaded just me at 74mph on flat glass water

[ericsieck]

I turn a 28 scorpion on my Gator Trax Strike and empty I hit 76, 72-74 loaded. I agree about the big water, I ran my boat on Leech lake chasing smallies and muskie last year. I was out running the deep v guys with a smoother ride on days we should NOT have been out there. I just switched to to a SMG4 gauge and should have done it immediately upon getting the boat. I can touch 3-3.5 mpg at 50 mph with my Suzuki.