SUZUKI 9.9 HP DF9.9BES2 OUTBOARD MOTOR

Description

We have the Suzuki DF9.9BES2 for sale new in the factory crate. It is Suzuki’s 9.9 horsepower twin cylinder four stroke with a 15 inch short shaft, a tiller handle, electric start with a pull cord backup and manual tilt. The price is on this page, and we ship it worldwide.

This is the version for people who like a small tiller outboard but do not want to stand there pulling a rope every time. Press the button and it runs. If the battery is flat, the pull cord is still there. We quote delivery to your door before you pay anything.

Below you will find the full specifications, what the letters in the model code mean, which boats suit the Suzuki DF9.9BES2 for sale, how to rig it, how to break it in and what to look after. Take your time. A small outboard is cheap next to a boat, but a wrong shaft length or the wrong start system is still an annoying mistake.

Suzuki DF9.9BES2 for sale: Specifications

Suzuki sometimes quotes the rpm range slightly differently by market, so read the engine plate and the manual in your crate. The official Suzuki 2.5 to 30 HP outboard page lists the whole small range if you want to compare.

What the Model Code on the Suzuki DF9.9BES2 for sale Means

DF is Suzuki’s four stroke prefix. 9.9 is the horsepower. B is the model generation, the current 9.9 engine family. E means electric start. S means the 15 inch short shaft. The 2 at the end is the production series.

Look at what is missing. There is no T, so tilt is manual, not power. There is no H in the code on this one, but it is still steered with a tiller handle. There is no W, so the cowl is black, not white. If you want power tilt, the Suzuki DF9.9BTHS2 is the same short shaft with that added.

Why Buyers Pick the Suzuki DF9.9BES2 for sale

Short shaft, tiller, electric start. It is a plain recipe, and it covers a lot of small boats. Most 9.9 horsepower motors in the world end up on dinghies, jon boats, small aluminium fishing boats, inflatables and sailboat tenders. Those boats tend to have low transoms, and a 15 inch shaft fits them.

The electric start is the real selling point here. A pull start 9.9 is fine until you are tired, cold, wet or in a swell. Then you want a button. You also get a manual tilt motor that weighs less than a power tilt version and has less to go wrong.

Boats That Suit the Suzuki DF9.9BES2 for sale

Small aluminium fishing boats

A 12 to 15 foot aluminium boat with a short transom is the classic home. Check the maximum horsepower on the boat’s plate first. Many are rated for 9.9 or more.

Inflatables and RIB tenders

Short shaft inflatables are common, and a light 9.9 gives them a decent turn of speed with two people. Look at your transom height and the boat’s weight rating.

Sailboat auxiliaries

Many sailors need one small motor on a bracket that starts reliably. Electric start helps in a chop because you do not need both hands for a rope. Check that the shaft clears the water at the stern in a seaway, because a short shaft can ventilate on a boat that pitches.

Tenders and workboats

Marinas, resorts and small farms use 9.9 motors on pontoon-style platforms and utility skiffs. The tiller keeps the rigging simple.

How the Suzuki DF9.9BES2 for sale Runs

Suzuki fits fuel injection to this motor, which is unusual in a 9.9. It starts without choke on a cold morning and idles steady. There is no carburettor to gum up after a few weeks of sitting, so a weekend boat does not turn into a workshop job.

The Lean Burn control watches the load and adjusts the mixture. We will not quote fuel figures because they depend on your boat, load and prop. What we can say is that owners moving up from older carburettor motors notice they stop fiddling with the choke and primer.

The battery-less system means the injection does not depend on a battery to run once the engine is turning. The electric start does need a battery to crank, but if it is flat the pull cord still gets you home.

Living With Electric Start and a Pull Cord Backup

Having both ways to start the Suzuki DF9.9BES2 for sale matters more than it sounds. The button is what you will use ninety nine times in a hundred. The cord is for the day the battery is flat because someone left a fish finder on overnight.

Keep the pull cord in good shape. Look at the handle and rope every season. A frayed rope that has never been used often breaks the first time you really need it. Pull it a few times at the start of the season to check it, and to keep the recoil spring from sticking.

Use a small marine battery, not a car battery that rolls around. Keep the terminals clean and greased. Disconnect it if the boat sits for weeks, or put it on a trickle charger. Those few habits stop most starting complaints on any electric start outboard.

Tiller Handle and Controls

On a tiller outboard the twist grip throttle and the forward-neutral-reverse lever sit on the handle. Steering friction can be set to hold your course while you reach for something. Stop and start controls are on the motor. Once you have used a tiller for a day it feels natural, and there is no cable, control box or steering system to buy.

If you want a remote steering setup with a wheel and control box, look at a remote model instead, such as the Suzuki DF9.9BTL2 with a 20 inch shaft and power tilt.

Choosing the Suzuki DF9.9BES2 for sale or a Longer Shaft

Shaft length is the first thing to get right. Measure from the top of the transom down to the bottom of the hull at the centreline. A 15 inch shaft suits a transom of roughly that height. If you have a longer transom, a short shaft will ventilate and stall the prop in turns and waves.

For a 20 inch transom, look at the Suzuki DF9.9BL2 (tiller, manual start) or the Suzuki DF9.9BTHL2 (power tilt). For 25 inch transoms, the Suzuki DF9.9BTHX2 is the one. Do not guess. A wrong shaft length is the most common return we see on motors this size.

Rigging the Suzuki DF9.9BES2 for sale

This one is simple. Clamp it onto the transom with the two screw clamps, tighten them evenly and add a safety cable or chain to the boat. The anti-ventilation plate should sit about level with the bottom of the hull. Run a test, then adjust if the prop breathes in turns.

You need a fuel tank and line. A standard external tank is usually supplied with these motors, about 12 litres, but check with us what ships with your order. For the electric start you need a 12 volt marine battery and battery leads with an inline fuse. A small battery is enough for this motor. Put it in a box and keep it dry and strapped down.

The 12 amp alternator keeps the battery topped up, with a bit left over for a small light or a fish finder.

Propeller Choice for the Suzuki DF9.9BES2 for sale

Your prop should let the motor reach the top of its rpm range at full throttle with your normal load. If it over revs, go up in pitch. If it will not reach the range, drop pitch. A heavier boat with passengers needs a lower pitch than a light dinghy with one person.

Tell us your boat, usual load and where you boat, and we can suggest a starting pitch. Suzuki’s genuine props and parts are listed on the Suzuki genuine parts and accessories page.

Breaking In the Suzuki DF9.9BES2 for sale

Follow the break-in in the owner’s manual. In simple terms, keep revs varied and moderate for the first hours, do not hold full throttle for long, and change the oil at the first service. Check the gear oil and look for leaks after the first few trips. Gentle running early on usually pays back in oil consumption and smooth running later.

Maintenance on the Suzuki DF9.9BES2 for sale

It is an easy motor to look after. Most owners do the basics themselves.

• Flush with fresh water after every run in salt or muddy water.
• Change the engine oil and filter at the intervals in the manual, or once a year for light use.
• Change the gear oil each season. Milky gear oil means water got in.
• Replace anodes when they are about half gone.
• Replace the water pump impeller every two or three seasons, sooner in sandy water.
• Check the fuel filter, spark plugs and the cooling water stream.
• Charge the battery before a long layoff.

If the motor lives on a boat on a mooring, tilt it up when you leave and wash off the salt.

Fuel Care for the Suzuki DF9.9BES2 for sale

Fuel injection is kinder to a motor that sits, but bad fuel still causes trouble. Use fresh petrol of the grade the manual calls for. In regions where ethanol blends are common, check what the manual allows and do not leave blended fuel in the tank for months. Water in the tank is the other enemy. A water separating fuel filter on the line is cheap and worth fitting if the motor is on a bigger boat.

Ownership Costs

Running costs depend on how you use it. Fuel burn changes with the boat’s weight, the prop and how you drive, and we are not going to make up figures. A small four stroke uses a good deal less fuel than a two stroke of the same size and does not need premix.

Parts for a motor this popular are easy to find in most countries. Impellers, filters, plugs and anodes are stock items for any Suzuki dealer.

The Suzuki DF9.9BES2 for sale Against Its Neighbours

Most of what separates the 9.9 variants is shaft length, start type, tilt and colour. The engine inside is the same 327 cc twin.

The Suzuki DF9.9BL2 is the cheaper pull start tiller in a 20 inch shaft. The Suzuki DF9.9BTHS2 adds power tilt to a 15 inch electric start tiller. And if you want a bit more power, the Suzuki DF15AS2 is a 15 horsepower in the same sort of package, while the Suzuki DF6AL2 is a lighter choice if your boat is small.

Salt Water Care

Flush the motor after every salt trip. Wipe the cowl and the clamp screws, and grease the clamp screws and swivel. A light spray of corrosion inhibitor under the cowl now and then helps. Salt gets into any gap you ignore.

Storing the Motor

After the last trip, flush, run it dry of fuel or add a fuel stabiliser, and store it upright or as the manual describes. For a small outboard, carrying the motor flat can leak oil into places it should not go, so check the manual’s rules for transport and storage. Disconnect the battery or use a maintainer over winter.

Common Problems and Quick Checks

Will not crank. Check the kill switch lanyard, the lever in neutral and the battery. Corroded battery terminals cause most no-crank calls.

Cranks but will not start. Squeeze the primer bulb until firm, check the tank vent is open and look at the fuel filter for water.

Weak tell-tale stream. Clear the outlet with a thin wire. If it stays weak, have the impeller checked before running hard.

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

Runs rough after storage. Old fuel is the usual culprit. Drain it and use fresh.

Transporting the Motor Safely

A motor this size gets moved around a lot, in a car boot or on a boat trailer. Follow the manual on how to lay it down, and put a blanket underneath so the cowl does not get scratched. Do not lay it on the wrong side. Oil can run into the cylinders and make for a smoky first start.

Warranty Notes

The Suzuki DF9.9BES2 for sale comes with Suzuki factory warranty paperwork. Terms depend on your region and on whether the motor is used for leisure or work. Keep your receipts and service records. Ask us about warranty in your country before you order.

What Comes in the Crate

• Suzuki DF9.9BES2 outboard motor
• Owner’s manual and warranty paperwork
• Standard Suzuki fittings from the factory

A propeller, fuel tank and line, battery and leads depend on stock and on the market. Tell us what you need and we will confirm exactly what ships with your motor.

Who Buys the Suzuki DF9.9BES2 for sale From Us

Most of our buyers for this motor have a small boat and a simple need. A fisherman with a 14 foot aluminium skiff replaces a tired two stroke. A sailor wants a reliable auxiliary on a stern bracket. A resort or a small farm needs a tender motor that anyone on staff can start without a lesson. The Suzuki DF9.9BES2 for sale suits all of them because nothing about it needs explaining.

The feedback we hear after a season is plain. It starts, it idles, and nobody has had to touch the carburettor because there is not one. That is the whole point of fuel injection on a 9.9.

First Run Checklist for the Suzuki DF9.9BES2 for sale

• Fit the motor to the transom and tighten both clamp screws evenly.
• Fit the safety cable or chain.
• Connect the fuel line and squeeze the bulb until it is firm.
• Connect the battery leads, red to positive, and check the kill switch lanyard is in.
• Start it with water running through the motor, never dry. A flushing muff or a tank is fine.
• Watch for a steady stream from the tell-tale outlet.

If the stream is good and the idle is steady after a minute or two, you are ready to launch. Take the first trip easy, then check the clamps again, because they settle after the first use.

Shipping and Delivery

The Suzuki DF9.9BES2 for sale ships new in its factory carton. We book freight to your nearest port or airport, or to your door where possible. You get a written delivery quote before you pay, tracking once it moves and copies of the export documents. If you have a freight forwarder you trust, we can hand it over to them.

Before You Order the Suzuki DF9.9BES2 for sale

• Measure your transom height to confirm 15 inches is right.
• Check the boat’s maximum rated horsepower and weight.
• Decide whether you want manual tilt or power tilt.
• Make sure you have a 12 volt battery for the electric start.
• Tell us your country so we can quote shipping.

Ask questions first if anything is unclear. A short chat now is cheaper than a crate sent back.

Buying the Suzuki DF9.9BES2 for sale From Us

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

When you order, we confirm stock and the exact model code 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, find out about us, or go straight to the contact page.

Other Suzuki Motors to Compare

• All 9.9 HP Suzuki outboards
• Suzuki DF9.9BL2, 20 inch shaft, tiller
• Suzuki DF9.9BTHS2, short shaft with power tilt
• Suzuki DF9.9BTHL2, long shaft with power tilt
• Suzuki DF9.9BTL2, remote steering
• Suzuki DF9.9BTS2, short shaft remote
• Suzuki DF15AS2, 15 HP
• All Suzuki outboards
• The full shop

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

FAQ: Suzuki DF9.9BES2 for sale

Is the Suzuki DF9.9BES2 for sale new?

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

What shaft length is the Suzuki DF9.9BES2 for sale?

15 inch, the S short shaft.

Does the Suzuki DF9.9BES2 for sale have electric start?

Yes, with a manual pull cord as backup.

Is the Suzuki DF9.9BES2 for sale tiller or remote steering?

Tiller handle steering.

Does the Suzuki DF9.9BES2 for sale have power tilt?

No. It has manual tilt with five positions and a tilt lock.

What displacement is the Suzuki DF9.9BES2 for sale?

327 cc, or 20.0 cubic inches, in a twin cylinder four stroke.

Do you ship the Suzuki DF9.9BES2 for sale to my country?

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

Final Word

If you want a light, simple tiller outboard that starts at the push of a button and still has a pull cord backup, the Suzuki DF9.9BES2 for sale is a sensible choice. Order it today, or send us your boat details first and we will help you check that the shaft and rigging are right.