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Specifications      
Engine Type V6 (60º)    
Displacement 4.2L (254 ci)    
Bore x Stroke 96 x 96mm (3.78 x 3.78 in)    
Compression Ratio 10.3:1    
Prop Shaft Horsepower 250hp at 5500 rpm (VF250LA)    
Full Throttle RPM Range 5000 - 6000    
Fuel/Induction System DOHC Fuel Injection VCT    
Intake Single Throttle Valve    
Exhaust Through Propeller    
Cooling Water/Thermostatic Control    
Ignition System TCI Micro Computer    
Spark Plug LFR6A-11-00-000    
Alternator Output 50 Amp (46 AMP @ 1000rpm)    
Starting System Electric w/PTT    
Lubrication Wet Sump    
Engine Oil Capacity 6.7L (7.1 qt) with filter    
Recommended Engine Oil Yamalube® 4M (See owner's manual)    
Recommended Fuel Filtration Yamaha 10-Micron Fuel/Water Separating Filter    
Recommended Fuel Regular Unleaded (Minimum Pump Octane 89)    
Ethanol Blend Limit 10% Maximum    
Gear Ratio (21:12) 1.75:1    
Gear Shift Forward, Neutral, Reverse    
Shaft Length L = 20"    
Degree of Tilt 66°    
Degree of Trim -4° through +16°    
C.A.R.B. Rating 3-Star    
Dry Weight 505 lb (229 kg)    
Mounting Centers 28.6"    
Steering Angle (maximum) 35° from center, either direction    
Warranty 3-year Pleasure, 3-year Government, 1-Year Commercial