SUZUKI 50 HP DF50AVTL2 OUTBOARD MOTOR

Description

The Suzuki DF50AVTL2 for sale is Suzuki’s 50 HP high thrust outboard, built for pontoons and heavy boats. It has a 2.42:1 gearcase that swings a bigger propeller, a 20 inch long shaft, remote steering, power trim and tilt, electric start and fuel injection. We sell it new in the factory crate, list the price on this page, and ship it worldwide after you approve a delivery quote.

If you run a pontoon, a heavy work boat or anything that pushes a lot of water at low speed, this is the 50 to look at. A standard 50 will get by on those boats. This one is geared for them.

Suzuki DF50AVTL2 for sale: what makes it different

Suzuki calls the V models High Energy Rotation. In plain words, the lower unit has a lower gear ratio, 2.42:1 instead of the 2.27:1 on the standard DF50A. The prop turns slower for a given engine speed, which lets you run a larger diameter prop. Suzuki’s own material talks about a 14 inch prop on this model.

A bigger, slower prop moves more water. That gives a pontoon a stronger push off the dock, better control at low speed, and less strain when the boat is loaded with people, coolers and a grill.

The powerhead on the Suzuki DF50AVTL2 for sale is the same 941 cc three cylinder DOHC engine found in the DF40A and DF50A. Same EFI, same lean burn system, same chain driven cams. The extra weight compared with the standard 50 comes mostly from the beefier lower unit.

Decoding DF50AVTL2

• DF: Suzuki four stroke outboard.
• 50: 50 horsepower.
• A: the A generation, 941 cc three cylinder.
• V: High Energy Rotation gearcase with 2.42:1 ratio for a bigger prop.
• T: power trim and tilt.
• L: long shaft, 20 inch transom.
• 2: version suffix in Suzuki’s order code. The specs below cover this version.

There is no W in the name, and Suzuki lists this model in Pearl Nebular Black. If you need a 50 in the light grey finish, the standard Suzuki DF50ATLW2 is the option, but it does not have the high thrust gearing.

Boats that suit the Suzuki DF50AVTL2 for sale

Pontoons

This is the main market. A 20 to 22 foot pontoon rated for 50 HP is a very common setup. The Suzuki DF50AVTL2 for sale pushes that kind of boat with a full load far more comfortably than a standard 50, especially getting started and when running into wind.

Work boats and barges

Small work platforms, aquaculture boats, landing craft and harbour workboats often move heavy loads slowly. High thrust gearing helps them hold speed and steer at low rpm.

Heavy displacement and semi displacement hulls

Some small cabin boats and older heavy hulls never plane well with small motors. A bigger prop on a lower gear gives them better bite at the speeds they actually run.

Boats that tow

Pulling a tube or a small dinghy puts load on the prop. The lower gearing gives the Suzuki DF50AVTL2 for sale more grip for that kind of work.

Whatever the boat, check the capacity plate first. It must allow 50 HP and the motor weight. If you run a light aluminum boat that planes easily, the standard Suzuki DF50ATL2 will feel faster at the top end.

Suzuki DF50AVTL2 for sale: specifications

Suzuki’s official figures are on the Suzuki Marine outboards pages. The Suzuki DF50AVTL2 for sale we ship is built to that spec.

High thrust explained without the sales talk

Think of it like a truck in a lower gear. The engine still makes 50 HP at the same rpm, but the prop shaft turns slower. A slower shaft can swing a bigger prop without overloading the engine. A bigger prop grips more water.

The trade off is top speed. On a light boat that planes easily, a standard 2.27:1 gearcase with a smaller, higher pitch prop is a little quicker flat out. On a pontoon or heavy boat, the Suzuki DF50AVTL2 for sale wins on acceleration, low speed control and how relaxed it feels under load.

Reverse on the Suzuki DF50AVTL2 for sale is also stronger. On a pontoon, which catches wind like a sail, good reverse thrust makes docking much less stressful.

A normal afternoon on a pontoon

Eight people, a cooler, a few bags and a dog on a 22 foot pontoon. That is a heavy boat. With the Suzuki DF50AVTL2 for sale you shift into forward at the dock and the boat moves off cleanly without the motor sounding strained. Out in open water you bring up the throttle and the boat settles into a relaxed cruise without the bow digging in.

When the wind picks up on the way back, the big prop keeps its grip and you hold speed. At the dock, you use short bursts of reverse to stop and line up. Pontoons are hard to dock in a crosswind, and good reverse thrust is what makes it calm instead of a scramble.

That is the honest reason people choose the Suzuki DF50AVTL2 for sale over a standard 50 on these boats. It is not about top speed. It is about control under load.

Engine features you get

Fuel injection and Easy Start

Multi point sequential EFI on the Suzuki DF50AVTL2 for sale means no carburetor to clean and reliable starts after the boat sits for a few weeks. Turn the key once, Easy Start keeps cranking until it fires.

Lean Burn Control

At steady, light load cruise, the ECU in the Suzuki DF50AVTL2 for sale leans the mixture to save fuel. Pontoon owners who cruise slowly for hours tend to see the benefit most.

Timing chain

The cams on the Suzuki DF50AVTL2 for sale are driven by a chain in oil. No belt changes to budget for.

Troll Mode option

With a Suzuki Troll Mode switch or compatible gauge, you can fine tune idle speed for slow trolling or very slow cruising along a shoreline. It is an add on, and we can quote it with the motor.

Protection

The Suzuki DF50AVTL2 for sale has an over rev limiter, low oil pressure caution and overheat warning, plus a freshwater flush port. The motor cuts rpm and warns you before damage occurs.

Fuel use on a heavy boat

Pontoon owners ask about fuel more than anyone, because they run for hours at a time. We do not give a single number, since tube size, load, wind and speed change it a lot. What we see is that pontoons cruising slowly in the middle of the rev range burn modest amounts, and that is where lean burn does its best work.

The lower gearing also helps. A standard 50 on a heavy pontoon often has to be run harder to hold the same speed, and that costs fuel. With the right prop, the Suzuki DF50AVTL2 for sale holds cruise at lower throttle openings.

Fit a Suzuki gauge with fuel flow and note the readings at a few speeds on your first trips. You will quickly find the speed where the boat is efficient and comfortable. For most pontoons that is well below full throttle, which also keeps the engine quiet enough to talk over.

What you need to rig the Suzuki DF50AVTL2 for sale

Pontoons usually have a console with controls and steering already, but older ones may have the wrong brand or worn parts. Check this list:

Suzuki’s genuine controls and gauges are listed on the Suzuki genuine parts and accessories site. We can include them with your Suzuki DF50AVTL2 for sale in one shipment.

Getting the prop right

The V gearcase needs a prop made for it. A standard DF50A prop is the wrong size. Aim for wide open throttle inside 5,300 to 6,300 rpm with a normal load of people and gear. Pontoons often end up on the lower side of the pitch range.

Tell us the pontoon length, number of tubes, typical passenger count and whether you tow anything. We will suggest a starting prop for the Suzuki DF50AVTL2 for sale.

Pontoon mounting notes

On a pontoon, motor height matters a lot. Too low and you drag the gearcase through the water. Too high and the prop ventilates in turns. Start with the cavitation plate roughly level with the bottom of the tubes, then adjust with the bracket holes. Some pontoons with a center tube need different settings, so ask us if you have a tritoon.

Repowering an older pontoon

Many Suzuki DF50AVTL2 for sale orders replace a tired two stroke or an old carbureted four stroke on a pontoon. Plan for these points:

• Controls from another brand will not work with a Suzuki harness. Budget for a Suzuki control and a harness long enough for the pontoon layout.
• Replace the throttle and shift cables. Old ones under the deck are often stiff and kinked.
• Inspect the motor pod or transom for cracks and corrosion before hanging the new motor.
• Check the steering. Older pontoon cable steering is often worn and stiff.
• Fit a fresh water separating fuel filter. EFI needs clean fuel.

Done right, the old boat feels new. It starts on the key, runs quietly at cruise, and the Suzuki DF50AVTL2 for sale uses much less fuel than the old two stroke at the same speed.

Fitting it yourself or with a shop

If the pontoon already has working Suzuki compatible controls and steering, a capable owner can hang the Suzuki DF50AVTL2 for sale in a day with a hoist and a helper. For a full repower with new controls and cables, we suggest a marine mechanic. Pontoon cable runs are long, and correct adjustment matters. Keep the install invoice for warranty purposes.

Measuring transom height

Measure vertically from the top of the transom or motor pod to the bottom of the hull or pod. Use a square. About 20 inches means the Suzuki DF50AVTL2 for sale is the right shaft. Most pontoon motor pods are built for 20 inch motors, but always check before you order.

Break-in routine

Ten hours of gentle running set the motor up for life. This is what we tell owners of the Suzuki DF50AVTL2 for sale. Check the owner’s manual for Suzuki’s exact figures.

1. First two hours: low speed, below half throttle. Pontoons are happy cruising slowly, so this part is easy.
2. Third hour: up to three quarters throttle, briefly.
3. Hours four to ten: normal use, vary speed, short full throttle runs are fine.
4. Do not hold one rpm for long periods during break in.
5. Check the oil level before every trip.

Plan the first service at about 20 hours or one month. It covers engine oil, filter, gear oil and a check of fasteners and cables.

Maintenance plan

The high thrust gearcase on the Suzuki DF50AVTL2 for sale works hard on heavy boats, so do not skip gear oil changes. Look at the old oil when you drain it. Milky oil means water is getting in and a seal needs attention.

Salt and brackish water care

Plenty of boats running the Suzuki DF50AVTL2 for sale live on brackish lakes, estuaries and coastal bays. The motor has Suzuki’s anti corrosion protection, but it still needs care.

• Flush through the flush port with fresh water after each use in salt or brackish water.
• If the boat stays in the water, tilt the motor up when you leave it.
• Check anodes every couple of months and replace at half worn.
• Spray the powerhead and connectors with corrosion inhibitor.
• Rinse the bracket and steering tube, where salt hides.

End of season layup

Many pontoons come out of the water for a few months. Before that, prepare the Suzuki DF50AVTL2 for sale so spring starts are easy.

1. Add fuel stabilizer and run the motor long enough to get treated fuel into the injectors.
2. Flush with fresh water, then let it drain fully.
3. Change engine oil, filter and gear oil now rather than in spring.
4. Remove the battery and keep it charged at home.
5. Grease all fittings, spray the powerhead with corrosion inhibitor, and fit a breathable cover.

If the pontoon stays in the water all year, tilt the motor up and run it every couple of weeks. A Suzuki DF50AVTL2 for sale that sits with old fuel is the one that refuses to start on the first warm weekend.

Spares worth keeping aboard

A spare kill switch lanyard, plugs and a plug spanner, a fuel filter, a prop nut kit, fuses, and a short piece of wire for the telltale. Pontoons carry plenty of storage, so there is no excuse not to have them.

Common issues and quick fixes

Pontoon feels sluggish

Check full throttle rpm. If it is below 5,300, the prop pitch may be too high or the boat is heavier than you think. Marine growth on pontoon tubes also costs a lot of performance.

Prop ventilates in turns

The Suzuki DF50AVTL2 for sale may be mounted too high, or trimmed out too far. Lower it one hole or trim in before turning.

Starter clicks but will not crank

On the Suzuki DF50AVTL2 for sale this is usually a low battery or a loose cable. Pontoons often have long battery runs, so make sure the cables are heavy enough.

Warning buzzer

Stop and check the telltale and oil. Do not keep running with a warning on.

Hard start after sitting

If the Suzuki DF50AVTL2 for sale is hard to start, drain the water separator and use fresh fuel. Pontoons often sit for weeks between trips, so a fuel stabilizer is a good habit.

Suzuki DF50AVTL2 for sale versus the rest of the family

• Suzuki DF50ATL2: standard 50 HP, 2.27:1, lighter. Better for planing boats.
• Suzuki DF40ATL2: 40 HP standard model for smaller boats.
• Suzuki DF60AVTL2: 60 HP high thrust for bigger pontoons rated above 50.
• Suzuki DF60ATL2: 60 HP standard gearcase.
• Suzuki DF70ATL2: 70 HP for larger boats.

See the full list in our Suzuki 50 HP category and the main Suzuki outboard section.

How to buy the Suzuki DF50AVTL2 for sale

We sell new outboards and ship them worldwide. The process:

1. Send your delivery location through the contact page.
2. We send a written delivery quote. You do not pay until you agree to it.
3. We crate, book freight, and send tracking and documents.
4. Your motor arrives in its original Suzuki crate.

The motor price is on this page. Shipping depends on the destination and whether you choose sea or air.

On delivery day

Photograph the crate before you sign for it and note any damage on the paperwork. Open it carefully and lift the Suzuki DF50AVTL2 for sale with a hoist by the engine lifting hook, never by the cowl. Check the serial number against our documents and read the owner’s manual before first start. Send us photos the same day if anything looks wrong.

Warranty

The Suzuki DF50AVTL2 for sale comes with the Suzuki factory warranty. The term depends on the region of registration and on leisure or commercial use. We confirm the terms before you pay. Read our refund and return policy and terms and conditions too.

In the crate

• New Suzuki DF50AVTL2 for sale outboard
• Owner’s manual and warranty documents
• Suzuki tool kit and small parts as packed
• Mounting hardware where Suzuki supplies it for your market

Controls, gauges, prop, battery and tank are separate unless your quote includes them.

Before you order

• Transom or pod height about 20 inches
• Capacity plate allows 50 HP and the motor weight
• Transom or pod solid
• Controls, cables and harness length checked
• Steering suitable for 50 HP
• Battery and heavy cables ready
• High thrust prop chosen
• Delivery location confirmed

Read what other customers say on our reviews page and see who we are.

FAQ: Suzuki DF50AVTL2 for sale

Can I use a normal DF50A prop?

No. The V gearcase on the Suzuki DF50AVTL2 for sale needs a prop designed for it. We will help you pick one.

How much does it weigh?

The Suzuki DF50AVTL2 for sale weighs about 115 kg (253 lb), a little more than the standard DF50A.

Is it slower than the standard 50?

On a light planing boat, a little at top speed. On a pontoon or heavy boat, it usually performs better overall.

Is it available in white?

Suzuki lists the Suzuki DF50AVTL2 for sale in Pearl Nebular Black.

Does it need a battery?

Yes. The Suzuki DF50AVTL2 for sale needs a 12 V marine cranking battery for starting, EFI and trim.

Where can I read more?

Our blog has rigging and maintenance guides. Global Suzuki Marine covers Suzuki’s international range.

Get a quote today

If you run a pontoon or a heavy boat rated for 50 HP, the Suzuki DF50AVTL2 for sale is the right gearing for the job. Send your location and we will quote delivery, or browse the shop for controls and props.