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Yamaha VF175

Lean and mean, the In-Line Four V MAX SHO® 175 delivers exhilarating hole shot and class-leading top speed.

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Yamaha VF175

V MAX SHO

VF175

Power
175 hp
Configuration
Inline 4
Displacement
2.8L
Weight
218 kg (480 lbs) - 222 kg (489 lbs)
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About this engine

Lean and mean, the In-Line Four V MAX SHO® 175 delivers exhilarating hole shot and class-leading top speed. It clocked in at 62 mph with a tournament load—up to five mph faster than its VF150 sibling.*

Key features

  • Quiet Power and Performance
  • Midrange Power and Response
  • Fuel Efficient
  • Optimum Power
  • Power Management
  • AMPLE CHARGING POWER
  • EASY RIGGING
  • NEW Tilt Stop Lever

Full specifications

Weight †
218 kg (480 lbs) - 222 kg (489 lbs)
Full Throttle RPM Range
5000 ~ 6000 rpm
Fuel Induction System
EFI
Recommended Engine Oil
Yamalube® 4M (See owner's manual)
Engine Type
Inline 4
Displacement
2.8L
Bore x Stroke
96 x 96.2mm (3.78 x 3.79in)
Prop Shaft Horsepower
175 hp at 5500 rpm
Alternator Output at W.O.T.
50 Amp
Compression Ratio
10.3:1
Recommended Fuel
Octane 89
Recommended Fuel Filtration
Yamaha 10-Micron Fuel/Water Separating Filter (external)
C.A.R.B. Rating
3-Star
Exhaust
Through Propeller
Intake
16
Ignition
TCI Microcomputer
Spark Plug
LFR6A-11
Starting System
Electric
Lubrication
Wet Sump
Engine Oil Capacity
4.5L/4.3L w/without filter
Recommended Cooling
Thermostatic Control
Ethanol Blend Limit
10% Maximum
Gear Ratio
1.86:1
Gear Shift
Forward, Neutral, Reverse
Shaft Length
20" - 25"
Degree of Tilt
70°
Degree of Trim
-4° through +16°
Mounting Centers
N/A
Steering
Mechanical Remote
Steering Angle (maximum)
32° from center, either direction
Warranty
Limited 3-Year Pleasure, 3-Year Government, 1-Year Commercial