Suzuki 250 HP DF250TX2 Outboard Motor

Description

We have the Suzuki DF250TX2 for sale new in the factory crate. It is Suzuki’s 250 horsepower V6 four stroke with a 25 inch shaft, power trim and tilt, electric start and remote steering, finished in the standard Nebular Black. If you run an offshore centre console, a big bay boat or a heavy cabin boat, this is the motor a lot of owners end up choosing.

We sell outboards to private owners, fishing operators and boat builders, and we ship worldwide. You tell us where the boat is, we quote delivery to your door before you commit to anything.

This page covers the full specs, what the model code means, the boats it suits, how it runs, rigging, break-in, maintenance and the questions we get asked most. It is long on purpose. A 250 is a serious purchase and people want the details first.

Suzuki DF250TX2 for sale: Specifications

Numbers can move a little between production runs, so the paperwork in the crate is the final word. Suzuki lists the current V6 range on its official 200 to 300 HP outboard page if you want to compare models side by side.

What the Model Code on the Suzuki DF250TX2 for sale Means

Suzuki codes look confusing until someone explains them once. DF is Suzuki’s four stroke prefix. 250 is the horsepower. T means power trim and tilt. X means a 25 inch shaft. The 2 at the end marks the production series.

What you do not see in the code matters too. There is no Z, so this is standard rotation, the right choice for a single engine boat or the starboard motor on most twins. There is no W, so the cowl is black rather than white. There is no SS, so it carries the regular gearcase rather than the Super Sport one.

Why the Suzuki DF250TX2 for sale Is Still So Popular

The DF250 was the first 250 horsepower V6 four stroke on the market, and Suzuki has kept refining it ever since. A lot of the early motors are still running on charter and work boats, which tells you more than any brochure.

Two engineering choices make it stand out. The first is the offset driveshaft. Suzuki moves the crankshaft forward of the driveshaft, which pushes the weight of the powerhead forward and makes the motor more compact on the transom. The second is the two stage gear reduction. Part of the reduction happens in the midsection and part in the gearcase, giving a 2.29:1 final ratio. That lets the motor swing a big propeller, and big props are what move heavy offshore hulls.

Variable valve timing then fills in the low end. You feel it most when you push the throttle from idle: the boat lifts and gets going without the motor sounding strained.

Boats That Suit the Suzuki DF250TX2 for sale

Offshore centre consoles

Twenty two to twenty six foot centre consoles are the classic home for a single 250. Pair two of them with a counter rotating partner and you can run a 28 to 32 foot boat well.

Bay boats and big flats boats

On a 22 to 24 foot bay boat the Suzuki DF250TX2 for sale gives quick holeshot with a full livewell and three or four people on board.

Walkarounds and small cabin boats

Heavier hulls with a cuddy or cabin need torque more than top speed. The big prop this motor can turn helps a lot here.

Commercial and patrol boats

Dive boats, fishing charters, water taxis and patrol RIBs put hard hours on a motor. The V6 block is built for that kind of use.

Repowers

Plenty of 25 inch transoms carry an older 225 or 250 two stroke. The Suzuki DF250TX2 for sale bolts into the same class of setup and burns noticeably less fuel at cruise.

How the Suzuki DF250TX2 for sale Feels on the Water

At idle it is quiet enough that people on the dock ask if it is running. Shifts are smooth and the motor holds a steady trolling speed without hunting.

Push the lever and the boat comes up on plane without much bow rise, thanks to the gearing and a properly sized prop. Once you are running, trim it out a touch and the motor settles into a deep, even sound. At a typical offshore cruise it is not working hard, which is exactly where you want a motor to live if you plan to keep it for years.

In a following sea the power is there when you need to climb a wave or back off quickly. That kind of control is a big part of why offshore skippers like a V6.

Who Buys the Suzuki DF250TX2 for sale From Us

Most of our buyers are owners who fish offshore and want one strong, reliable motor rather than a pair of smaller ones. Next are charter and dive operators repowering a working boat. Then boat builders and dealers who need a dependable 250 to rig new hulls.

The feedback after a season is usually the same. It starts every time, it is easy on fuel compared with what they had, and it has not needed anything beyond normal servicing. That is what you want from the Suzuki DF250TX2 for sale.

Single or Twin Installs

On a single engine boat, this standard rotation model is all you need. For a twin setup you would normally pair it with the counter rotating Suzuki DF250TXZ2 so the props turn in opposite directions and the boat tracks straight.

If you are building a twin rig, tell us when you order and we will match the two motors so the serial numbers, gearcases and paperwork line up.

Rigging the Suzuki DF250TX2 for sale

This is a remote model with mechanical controls. You will need a control box with throttle and shift cables, a steering system rated for 250 HP (hydraulic is normal at this size), a key switch and harness, gauges, a good battery and a fuel system with a water separating filter.

Check the transom height carefully. The 25 inch shaft suits most offshore boats, but measure from the top of the transom to the bottom of the hull at the centreline before you order. Mount the motor so the anti-ventilation plate sits roughly level with the bottom of the hull, then fine tune after a test run. If the prop blows out in turns, drop it a hole. If there is a lot of spray and drag, raise it.

For a 250 HP four stroke, use a marine battery with plenty of cold cranking amps. The 54 amp alternator handles a chartplotter, radar, sounder, livewell pump and lights without trouble on a normal day.

Breaking In the Suzuki DF250TX2 for sale

Follow the break-in in the owner’s manual. In short: keep revs low and varied in the first hours, avoid long runs at full throttle, and change the engine oil and filter at the first service. A motor that is broken in gently tends to use less oil and run more smoothly for the rest of its life.

Maintenance on the Suzuki DF250TX2 for sale

Servicing a Suzuki V6 is straightforward. Most owners do the basics themselves and let a mechanic handle the bigger jobs.

• Flush with fresh water after every trip in salt or muddy water.
• Change engine oil and filter at the hours in the manual, or once a year.
• Change the gear oil every season. Milky oil means water is getting in.
• Replace anodes when they are about half gone.
• Replace the water pump impeller every couple of seasons, sooner in sandy water.
• Change the fuel filters and keep fuel fresh if the boat sits.
• Check plugs, belt and the trim fluid at the service intervals.

The motor also has an oil change reminder and warning systems for overheating and low oil pressure. Treat it well and a Suzuki V6 will put in many thousands of hours.

Fuel Use and Running Costs

Fuel use depends on your hull, load, prop and how hard you push, so we are not going to give you invented numbers. What owners tell us is that the Suzuki DF250TX2 for sale cruises efficiently in the mid range and burns a lot less than the old two stroke 250s it often replaces.

Parts are easy to get in most countries because Suzuki sells a lot of these motors. Filters, impellers, anodes and plugs are standard stock. That keeps long term costs sensible.

Suzuki DF250TX2 for sale or the DF250AP?

People often ask us which 250 to buy, because Suzuki sells two different ones. The DF250AP uses a larger 4.0 litre block shared with the DF300AP, drive-by-wire controls and Suzuki Selective Rotation, which lets the same motor run either direction. It also has Lean Burn fuel control.

The Suzuki DF250TX2 for sale uses the 3.6 litre block with mechanical cables and standard rotation. It is lighter, simpler to rig and easier on the budget. If your boat already has mechanical controls and you want a straightforward swap, the TX2 is usually the better fit. If you want digital controls, joystick options later or the very latest fuel management, look at the DF250APX2 instead.

Repowering an Older Boat

A repower at this size is usually a one or two day job if the transom is sound. With the old motor off, check the transom core around the bolt holes. Soft or wet wood has to be fixed before you hang 600 pounds of new engine on it. Look at the steering too. Old hydraulic rams and hoses that weep should be replaced now, not after the first trip.

Control cables are another thing people skip. Stiff or kinked cables make even a brand new motor shift badly. They are cheap compared with the motor, so swap them while everything is apart.

On the first run, watch the tell-tale, listen for anything odd and see how the boat sits. Adjust trim and mounting height until it runs level and the prop holds in turns. After that you should not need to touch the setup again.

Living With the Suzuki DF250TX2 for sale Day to Day

Owning this motor is mostly uneventful, and that is the point. Turn the key, it starts. Run your day, flush it, tilt it up and go home. There is no carburettor to gum up if the boat sits for a few weeks, so weekend owners do not have to worry about stale fuel causing hard starts.

Fuel injection also means it behaves the same on a cold morning as on a hot afternoon. No choke, no rough idle while it warms up, no fouled plugs after a slow morning trolling. You stop thinking about the engine and think about the fishing instead.

Safety Gear Worth Carrying

Clip the kill switch lanyard on every time you run. Carry a spare lanyard, a basic tool kit, a spare prop and prop nut, a spare fuel filter, a VHF radio and a way to call for help offshore. None of it costs much, and any of it can save a day on the water.

Shipping and Delivery

The Suzuki DF250TX2 for sale ships in its factory crate on a pallet. We book freight to your nearest port or airport, or to your door where that is possible. Before you pay for shipping you get a written quote, and once the crate leaves us you get tracking and copies of the export documents. If you have a freight forwarder you already trust, we can hand it to them instead.

Choosing a Propeller

The right prop lets the motor reach the 5,500 to 6,100 rpm range with your usual load. If it over revs, go up in pitch. If it cannot get into the range, come down. Stainless steel is normal at this power level. Suzuki’s own Precision Cut stainless props are a good match, and the Suzuki genuine parts and accessories range covers props, filters and service kits. Or tell us your boat and we will suggest a starting point.

Gauges and Electronics

You can run simple analogue gauges or Suzuki’s multi-function digital gauges, which show rpm, trim, fuel flow, hours and warnings on one display. Many owners network the motor into their chartplotter. Keep engine wiring separate from accessory wiring, fuse everything and use marine connectors. A tidy install saves a lot of headaches later.

Salt Water Care for the Suzuki DF250TX2 for sale

Flush after every salt trip. Rinse the outside, wipe salt off the cowl and spray a corrosion inhibitor under the cowl now and then. Suzuki uses a tough anti-corrosion finish, but salt finds any gap if you ignore it. If the boat lives in the water, tilt the motor up when you leave it.

Hot and Cold Climates

In hot climates, check the tell-tale stream often and keep the cooling passages clean. Warm, silty water is hard on impellers. In cold climates, fuel injection makes starting easy, but winterise the motor properly before a freeze.

Storage Between Trips

After the last run of the day, flush the motor and let it drain in the down position, then tilt it up. If it will sit for weeks, disconnect the battery or use a maintainer. For long storage, stabilise the fuel, change the oil, grease the steering and tilt points and put a cover on.

Common Problems and Quick Checks

Will not crank. Check the kill switch lanyard is clipped on, the lever is in neutral and the battery terminals are clean and tight.

Cranks but will not start. Squeeze the primer bulb until it is firm, check the tank vent is open and drain any water from the separator bowl.

Weak tell-tale stream. Clear the outlet with a bit of wire. If it is still weak, have the impeller checked before running hard.

Will not reach full revs. Usually the wrong prop or the motor mounted too low. Check the prop first.

Warning buzzer. Slow down straight away, check the cooling stream and oil, and do not keep running with an alarm.

Warranty Notes

The Suzuki DF250TX2 for sale ships with Suzuki factory warranty paperwork. Terms depend on your region and on how the motor is registered and used. Keep receipts and service records and follow the service schedule. Ask us about warranty in your country before you order.

What Comes in the Crate

• Suzuki DF250TX2 powerhead, midsection and gearcase
• Owner’s manual and warranty paperwork
• Standard Suzuki fittings from the factory

Controls, gauges, harness, propeller and steering depend on what we hold in stock and are not always included. Ask before you order and we will tell you exactly what ships with your motor.

Before You Order the Suzuki DF250TX2 for sale

• Measure your transom height to confirm a 25 inch shaft is right.
• Check the boat’s maximum rated horsepower and engine weight.
• Decide whether you need standard or counter rotation.
• Work out what controls, steering and gauges you need.
• Tell us your country so we can quote shipping.

If anything is unclear, ask. Ten minutes of questions now saves a lot of trouble once the crate lands.

Buying the Suzuki DF250TX2 for sale From Us

Every motor we sell is new and the price is shown on this page. Before we ship, we give you a delivery quote for your country so you know the full cost up front. We ship worldwide and handle the export paperwork your side will ask for.

When you order, we confirm stock, the exact model code and the shaft length with you. The crate is strapped and protected, and you get tracking once it is moving. Our refund and return policy and terms and conditions are on the site. You can read what other buyers say on our reviews page, find out more about us, or go straight to the contact page.

Other Suzuki Motors to Compare

• All 250 HP Suzuki outboards
• Suzuki DF250TX2 outboard motor (second listing)
• Suzuki DF250TXW2, white
• Suzuki DF250TXX2, 30 inch shaft
• Suzuki DF250APX2, Selective Rotation
• Suzuki DF225TX2, 225 HP
• Suzuki DF300APX2, 300 HP
• Suzuki DF200ATX2, 200 HP
• All Suzuki outboards
• The full shop

Our blog has more on rigging and looking after outboards. Suzuki’s global site at globalsuzuki.com also shows the full worldwide marine line.

FAQ: Suzuki DF250TX2 for sale

Is the Suzuki DF250TX2 for sale new?

Yes. New, in the factory crate, with Suzuki paperwork.

What shaft length is the Suzuki DF250TX2 for sale?

25 inch, the X shaft.

Is the Suzuki DF250TX2 for sale standard or counter rotation?

Standard rotation. The counter rotating version is the DF250TXZ2.

How heavy is the Suzuki DF250TX2 for sale?

About 606 lb, or 275 kg.

Does the Suzuki DF250TX2 for sale have power trim and tilt?

Yes, that is the T in the model code.

What displacement is the Suzuki DF250TX2 for sale?

3,614 cc, or 220.5 cubic inches, in a 55 degree V6.

Can I run two of them?

Yes. Pair it with the counter rotating DF250TXZ2 for a twin rig.

Do you ship the Suzuki DF250TX2 for sale to my country?

We ship worldwide. Send us your location for a quote.

Final Word

If you want a proven 250 HP V6 that pulls a heavy offshore boat without fuss, the Suzuki DF250TX2 for sale is a safe choice. Big displacement, clever gearing, fuel injection and a long track record on working boats. Order it today, or send us your boat details first and we will help make sure it is the right fit.