SUZUKI 115 HP DF115ATXSS2 OUTBOARD MOTOR

Description

We have the Suzuki DF115ATXSS2 for sale new in the factory crate. It is Suzuki’s 115 horsepower inline 4 Super Sport four stroke with a 25 inch shaft, power trim and tilt, electric start and remote steering, finished in Matte Black with red SS graphics. It suits bay boats, aluminium fishing boats, pontoons and small centre consoles that want good power for the weight.

We sell new outboards to private owners, fishing operators, boat builders and dealers, and we ship worldwide. Tell us where your boat is and we send you a delivery quote before you commit to anything. Owners of the Suzuki DF115ATXSS2 for sale tell us the same thing again and again.

We put everything on this one page: specifications, the model code, boats it suits, how it runs, rigging, care, shipping and an FAQ at the end. Read what you need and skip the rest.

Suzuki DF115ATXSS2 for sale: Specifications

Numbers can move a little between production runs, so the paperwork in the crate is the final word. Suzuki keeps the current figures on its Suzuki 115 HP page on Suzuki Marine if you want to compare models side by side.

What the Model Code on the Suzuki DF115ATXSS2 for sale Means

Suzuki model codes look confusing until someone explains them once. DF is Suzuki’s four stroke prefix and 115 is the horsepower. The A marks the A generation of this engine. T means power trim and tilt. X is an extra long shaft, for a 25 inch transom. SS is Super Sport, Suzuki’s performance series with its own gearcase and finish. The 2 at the end is the series number in Suzuki’s order code.

What you do not see in the code matters too: there is no Z, so it is standard rotation.

What the SS Means on the Suzuki DF115ATXSS2 for sale

The SS series is Suzuki’s performance range, and the 115 SS brings that attitude to smaller boats. It has a matte black finish with red SS graphics and a hydrodynamic gearcase that cuts drag.

Under the cowl is the 2.0 litre inline four from the standard 115, with Lean Burn control, an offset driveshaft and two stage gear reduction. It runs a slightly higher rpm band than the standard model. It is one of the reasons we keep the Suzuki DF115ATXSS2 for sale in stock.

The result is a strong hole shot, good mid range punch and a lively top end, while still sipping fuel at cruise.

The SS Gearcase and Finish

A smoother, more hydrodynamic gearcase reduces drag at speed. Matte black paint with red SS graphics finishes the look, with Suzuki’s anti-corrosion finish underneath.

Boats That Suit the Suzuki DF115ATXSS2 for sale

Bass boats and walleye boats

Boats rated for 115 that want speed.

Flats boats

Light skiffs get a quick hole shot.

Aluminium sport boats

Fast aluminium boats with a 115 rating.

Performance pontoons

Small pontoons set up for speed.

How the Suzuki DF115ATXSS2 for sale Feels on the Water

The Suzuki DF115ATXSS2 for sale feels eager. Hole shot is quick and it keeps pulling as you trim out.

At idle it is still a smooth, quiet four stroke. You get all of that with the Suzuki DF115ATXSS2 for sale.

Single or Twin Installs

Almost every boat that runs the Suzuki DF115ATXSS2 for sale runs it as a single motor. Bass boats, flats boats and fast pontoons are built around one outboard on a jack plate, and this motor is set up for exactly that job with standard rotation.

If you have an unusual twin setup in mind, talk to us first and we will check what is possible.

Colour and Finish

The SS finish is part of the appeal. The dark paint and SS graphics look sharp on a bass boat or a fast flats boat, and the finish sits over Suzuki’s anti-corrosion coating, so it is not just for looks.

Rigging the Suzuki DF115ATXSS2 for sale

This is a remote model. You will need a control box with throttle and shift cables, a steering system rated for 115 HP (hydraulic is normal at this size), a key switch and harness, gauges, a good marine battery and a fuel system with a water separating filter.

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. The 12 V, 40 amp alternator keeps electronics charged on a normal day. Ask us if you want photos of the Suzuki DF115ATXSS2 for sale before it ships.

Transom Height and Shaft Length

The 25 inch shaft suits most offshore boats and centre consoles. Measure from the top of the transom to the bottom of the hull at the centreline before you order. Around 25 inches means the X shaft is right. Boats on an outboard bracket or with a deep notch may need a different length, so measure carefully.

Suzuki DF115ATXSS2 for sale or the Standard DF115?

The standard 115 is a great all rounder for heavier and offshore boats.

The Suzuki DF115ATXSS2 for sale is for lighter, faster boats where hole shot and top speed matter.

The People Who Order This Motor

We sell the Suzuki DF115ATXSS2 for sale to weekend boaters, full time fishermen, charter skippers and boat builders all over the world. What they have in common is that they want a new Suzuki with proper paperwork, delivered to their door at a clear price. That is what we do.

Day to Day Ownership

Good outboards fade into the background. You stop thinking about the engine and think about the fishing or the family instead. The Suzuki DF115ATXSS2 for sale starts on the first turn, idles cleanly with no choke and does not foul plugs after a slow morning. Keep up with flushing and servicing and it will keep doing that for years.

The First Ten Hours

New motors need a gentle start. For the first hour keep the Suzuki DF115ATXSS2 for sale below half throttle and keep changing speed. After that you can use more throttle in short bursts. Avoid long runs at wide open throttle until the break-in period in the manual is done.

Book the first service on time. Fresh engine oil, a new filter and fresh gear oil set the motor up for the long run.

Keeping the Suzuki DF115ATXSS2 for sale Healthy

Nothing about this motor needs special tools for routine care. Stick to a simple routine:

• After every trip: flush, rinse and check the tell-tale stream.
• Every month in use: look at the anodes, the prop and the fuel filter bowl.
• Every 100 hours or yearly: engine oil, oil filter, gear oil and a grease of every fitting.
• Every two years or so: water pump impeller and thermostat check.
• At the major service: plugs, fuel filter and a valve clearance check if the manual calls for it.

The timing chain runs in oil and does not need replacing like a belt. That is one less big bill to plan for. We are happy to answer questions about the Suzuki DF115ATXSS2 for sale by email or chat.

Matching the Motor to the Boat

The right motor is the one your boat is rated for, carrying the load you normally carry. Check the capacity plate for maximum horsepower and engine weight, then think about how you use the boat. Heavy loads, rough water and long runs all favour running close to the maximum rating. Light boats and calm water give you more freedom. If the numbers do not line up with 115 HP, ask us and we will point you to a better match.

What It Costs to Run

Lean Burn keeps the Suzuki DF115ATXSS2 for sale economical at cruise even though it is built for speed.

Servicing is not expensive either. Suzuki parts are widely stocked, and most routine jobs on the Suzuki DF115ATXSS2 for sale can be done by any decent marine mechanic or by a handy owner.

Keep the Fuel Clean

Most problems people blame on the engine start in the tank. Water, old fuel and dirt in the lines will make any motor run badly. Change the water separating filter every season, drain the bowl if you see water and use fresh fuel. In hot, humid places keep the tank as full as you can when the boat is parked, so there is less room for condensation.

Treat the fuel well and fuel injection rewards you with easy starts and smooth running. The Suzuki DF115ATXSS2 for sale handles this well.

Choosing a Propeller for the Suzuki DF115ATXSS2 for sale

The right prop lets the motor reach its full throttle range of 5,600 to 6,000 rpm with your normal load aboard. If it over revs, go up in pitch. If it cannot get into the range, come down. Suzuki lists a 9 to 26 inch pitch range for this motor.

Suzuki’s own props are a good match, and the Suzuki genuine parts and accessories range also covers filters, anodes and service kits. Or tell us your boat and load and we will suggest a starting prop.

Running Slow All Day

Anglers spend a lot of time at idle or just above it. A fuel injected four stroke handles that well. There is no smoke, no oil fouling and no hard restart after a long drift. Keep an eye on the battery if you run a lot of electronics at low revs, and give the motor a short run at higher revs on the way home to clear it out.

Instruments for the Suzuki DF115ATXSS2 for sale

Suzuki’s digital gauges read engine data straight from the motor, including fuel flow and service reminders. If you prefer, plain analogue tach and trim gauges work too. Whatever you fit, run tidy wiring with proper fuses. Good wiring now saves a lot of headaches later.

Getting the Electrics Right

A strong battery and clean connections are half the battle. Choose a marine cranking battery that meets or beats the motor’s requirement, crimp and heat shrink every connection and keep the battery secured in a box. A battery switch and a second battery for the electronics make long days much less stressful. This is where the Suzuki DF115ATXSS2 for sale earns its keep.

Looking After It in Salt Water

Fresh water flushing after every trip is the most important habit you can have. Use the flush port with a garden hose, rinse the outside and check the anodes regularly. On a mooring, keep the motor tilted up between trips so the gearcase is not sitting in the water.

Running in Tropical or Cold Water

Tropical boaters should check the impeller more often and keep an eye on the cooling stream, because warm water with sand or silt wears pumps faster. In cold regions the Suzuki DF115ATXSS2 for sale starts easily with its fuel injection, but always store it upright and drained before freezing weather.

Trailering and Launching

If the boat lives on a trailer, tilt the motor up for the road and fit a transom saver or motor support so the bumps are not taken by the tilt system. Check the skeg clears the road on steep driveways. At the ramp, lower the motor fully before you start it, and never run it out of the water. A quick look at the cooling stream once it is running costs nothing and saves a lot.

After a salt launch, rinse the trailer and the motor together and run the flush. It takes ten minutes and adds years. Plenty of buyers send us their boat details before ordering the Suzuki DF115ATXSS2 for sale, and we like that.

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 put it on a maintainer. For long storage, stabilise the fuel, change the oil, grease the steering and tilt points and fit a cover.

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, open the tank vent and drain any water from the separator bowl. Keep that in mind when you set up the Suzuki DF115ATXSS2 for sale.

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. That applies to the Suzuki DF115ATXSS2 for sale as much as any motor.

Carry These on Board

A spare kill cord, a spare prop with nut and washer, a fuel filter, a couple of spanners, a radio and a torch. Add a tow line and an anchor that holds. It sounds basic, but most bad days on the water start with something small.

Repowering an Older Boat

If you are swapping out an old motor, check the transom core around the bolt holes once it is off. Soft or wet wood has to be fixed before you hang a new engine on it. Look at the steering too. Weeping hydraulic rams and stiff cables should be replaced now, not after the first trip.

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. If you are unsure, send us a photo of the transom and we will check the Suzuki DF115ATXSS2 for sale is the right fit.

Two Stroke to Four Stroke: What Changes

If your old motor was a two stroke, a few things will feel new. You will stop buying two stroke oil. The motor will idle cleanly without smoke. Fuel bills drop, often a lot, especially at cruise. You will also notice the extra weight on the transom, so set the trim and mounting height carefully on the first runs.

Service changes too. Instead of plugs and oil injection checks, you will be changing engine oil and filters like a car. It is simple, and most owners prefer it.

Mistakes We See Buyers Make

The most common one is the wrong shaft length. Measure the transom before ordering, not after the crate arrives. The second is under-propping, which lets the motor over rev and wastes fuel. The third is skipping the rigging list, then finding out the old controls or harness do not fit the new motor. And the last is ignoring the boat’s capacity plate. A motor heavier or more powerful than the hull is rated for is a real safety problem.

The First Year of Ownership

Year one is easy. Follow the break-in, get the first service done on time and keep a log of hours. Look at the prop and anodes now and then, and flush after every salt trip. Before winter or a long break, do a proper lay up. If you do those simple things, the motor will reward you with years of trouble free running.

Shipping and Delivery

The Suzuki DF115ATXSS2 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. You get a written delivery quote before paying for shipping, then tracking and copies of the export documents once the crate leaves. If you already use a freight forwarder, we can hand it to them.

Warranty Notes

The Suzuki DF115ATXSS2 for sale comes with Suzuki factory warranty paperwork. Terms depend on your region and on how the motor is registered and used, so ask us about warranty in your country before you order. Keep receipts and service records and follow the service schedule.

What Comes in the Crate

• DF115ATXSS2 powerhead, midsection and gearcase
• Owner’s manual and warranty paperwork
• Standard Suzuki fittings from the factory

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

A Short Checklist Before Buying

• Transom height measured and matched to the 25 inch shaft.
• Boat capacity plate checked for horsepower and weight.
• Rotation decided for twin or triple setups.
• Rigging list ready: controls, steering, harness, gauges, prop.
• Delivery address and nearest port sent to us.

Send us that list and we will come back with a full price to your door.

Buying the Suzuki DF115ATXSS2 for sale From Us

Every motor we sell is new and the price is on this page. Before we ship, we give you a delivery quote for your country so you know the full cost. When you order we confirm stock, the exact model code and shaft length with you. Our refund and return policy and terms and conditions are on the site. You can read what other buyers say on our reviews page, learn more about us page, or go straight to the contact page.

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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 DF115ATXSS2 for sale

Is the Suzuki DF115ATXSS2 for sale new?

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

What shaft length is the Suzuki DF115ATXSS2 for sale?

25 inch, the X shaft.

Is it standard or counter rotation?

Standard (right hand).

How heavy is the Suzuki DF115ATXSS2 for sale?

About 405 lb (184 kg).

What displacement is it?

2,044 cc (124.7 cu in), inline 4, dohc, 16 valves.

What controls does it use?

Mechanical cables.

What is the full throttle range?

5,600 to 6,000 rpm. Choose a prop that lands you in that range with a normal load.

Do you ship the Suzuki DF115ATXSS2 for sale to my country?

We ship worldwide. Send us your location and we will quote delivery.

Ready When You Are

The Suzuki DF115ATXSS2 for sale is in stock and ready to ship. If you are still deciding, send us your boat and how you use it. We would rather spend a few minutes getting it right than sell you the wrong motor.