Features & Benefits

POWER & PERFORMANCE

4.2 Liter Big Bore Displacement
Yamaha’s 4.2-liter V6 Offshore outboards feature plasma-fused sleeveless cylinder walls, which are 60 percent harder than steel. That means larger cylinder bores for increased displacement, resulting in more power and torque, without increasing outer cylinder dimensions. It also results in dramatically lighter weight and better cooling, and “micro-textured” cylinder walls that help decrease friction loss and further increase performance and enhance reliability.

Fuel Efficiency 
For maximum power and efficiency, electronically controlled throttle valves work in concert with Precision Multi-Point Fuel Injection to ensure a precise mix of air and fuel. In addition, six individual sensors constantly provide vital atmospheric and engine conditions to the Engine Control Module (ECM), which makes adjustments for performance.

Light Weight
From the top of the cowling to the tip of the propeller shaft, every ounce of weight-savings has been realized for maximum performance without sacrificing durability.

Throttle Response & Acceleration 
Yamaha’s Variable Camshaft Timing system advances and retards the angle of the intake camshaft to dramatically increase power and throttle response in the low- and mid-RPM ranges. This feature helps Yamaha’s 4.2-liter big-bore V6 outboards deliver awesome hole shot and mid-range acceleration.

Responsive Electric Steering
The Yamaha V6 Offshore F300 and F250 were the industry’s very first offshore V6’s offered in digital models with built-in electric steering. This makes them incredibly responsive and also results in a cleaner bilge, with no pumps, hoses, hydraulic lines, or connections.

CONVENIENCE & CONTROL

Precise & Convenient Trolling
Speed Control with Pattern Shift automatically bumps engines into and out of gear to achieve sub-idle trolling speeds. Helm Master EX with Autopilot even allows you to set a target speed as low as 0.25 mph. This cues the system to auto-adjust RPM and shifting to achieve that target speed—all while adjusting for conditions such as wind or current. This provides incredible control of trolling speed—from in-gear idling to slowing to a crawl.

More Functionality / Security
Helm Master EX includes Autopilot with Heading/Course Hold, 10+ automated modes for fishing and relaxing, in-mode joystick adjustability, and the expanded ability to control up to five outboards. There’s even an optional theft-deterrent system, Y-COP®, which disables the ignition and fuel systems while docked.

Top Speed & Smooth Shifting
Our Saltwater Series II™ HP Propeller can boost top-end speed up by nearly 2 mph in lighter-weight applications. It’s also equipped with our patented Shift Dampener System (SDS®) for smoother, quieter shifting.

Fast, Easy Tilting
A Yamaha exclusive, TotalTilt™ performs a quick, full trim up or down with the fast, double-tap of a button. This makes trailering quick and easy and is handy when a complete up or down tilt is needed.

Poweful, Precise Maneuvering
Thrust Enhancing Reverse Exhaust keeps exhaust bubbles away from the propeller below 2500 RPM and when in reverse. This means the prop bites only clean water, which results in outstanding reverse thrust and control—especially when backing down on fish and when maneuvering around docks.

RELIABILITY & DURABILITY

Long Range Fuel Economy
Multi-Point Electronic Fuel Injection ensures a precise mix of air and fuel for combustion efficiency.

Hole Shot & Acceleration
Variable Camshaft Timing (VCT) boosts power and throttle response in the low- and mid-RPM ranges.

More Power
Plasma-fused cylinders result in larger cylinder bores for greater displacement, power, torque, and reduced weight.

Responsive Electric Steering
Built into F300, digital electric steering is more responsive and precise and results in a cleaner bilge, with no pumps or hydraulic lines.