$5,399.50
Used 2017 Yamaha 225 HP VMAX SHO 4-Stroke Outboard Motor – 20″ Shaft from Machinery Store. Horsepower: 225 HP · Engine Type: 4-Stroke · Shaft Length: 20″ Long Shaft (L) · Hours: To Be Confirmed Review the full specifications, condition and included equipment below.
Description
Used 2017 Yamaha 225 HP VMAX SHO 4-Stroke Outboard Motor – 20″ Shaft is available from Machinery Store. Explore this Yamaha marine engine’s configuration, performance features, condition and included equipment below.
Engine Overview
The 2017 Yamaha 225 HP VMAX SHO Outboard Motor delivers high-performance Yamaha power in a proven 4.2-liter V6 4-stroke platform.
The VMAX SHO is designed for boat owners who want strong acceleration, high-end performance and reliable Yamaha engineering. The VF225LA VMAX SHO uses electronic fuel injection, a 60° V6 configuration and Yamaha’s high-output SHO performance design. Yamaha’s published specifications list a 4.2L displacement, 225 HP output, 5,000–6,000 RPM full-throttle range and 1.75:1 gear ratio.
This engine features a 20-inch (L) shaft, making it suitable for boats designed around the corresponding transom height. Yamaha documentation identifies the L configuration as 20 inches.
The listing does not provide engine hours, service history or specific rigging details, so those items should be confirmed before purchase.
Engine Features at a Glance
- 225 HP Yamaha VMAX SHO
- 2017 model
- 4.2L V6 4-Stroke
- Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)
- 20″ long shaft (L)
- 60° V6 engine
- 5,000–6,000 RPM full-throttle range
- 1.75:1 gear ratio
- Electric start
- Power trim & tilt
- High-performance VMAX SHO design
- Engine hours: To Be Confirmed
- Controls/rigging: To Be Confirmed
- Propeller: To Be Confirmed
Yamaha Outboard Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Yamaha |
| Model | VMAX SHO / VF225LA |
| Model Year | 2017 |
| Horsepower | 225 HP |
| Engine Type | 4-Stroke |
| Engine Configuration | 60° V6 |
| Displacement | 4.2 L / 4,200 cc |
| Fuel Induction | EFI / VCT / DOHC |
| Full-Throttle RPM | 5,000–6,000 RPM |
| Shaft Length | 20″ Long Shaft (L) |
| Starting System | Electric |
| Trim & Tilt | Power Trim & Tilt |
| Gear Ratio | 1.75:1 |
| Alternator | 50A class specification |
| Steering | Remote configuration |
| Hours | To Be Confirmed |
| Condition | Used |
Yamaha’s published VMAX SHO documentation identifies the 225 HP model as a 60° V6 with 4.2L displacement, EFI/VCT/DOHC induction, electric starting, power trim/tilt, 5,000–6,000 RPM operating range and 1.75:1 gear ratio.
Outboard Features and Equipment
VMAX SHO High-Performance Power
The Yamaha VMAX SHO platform was developed for high-performance applications where strong acceleration and responsive power delivery are important.
4.2l V6
The 225 HP VMAX SHO uses Yamaha’s 4.2-liter 60° V6 architecture, providing substantial displacement for strong mid-range and top-end performance.
Electronic Fuel Injection
EFI provides precise fuel delivery and contributes to responsive throttle operation and consistent engine performance.
20-Inch Long Shaft
The 20-inch L shaft configuration is intended for boats requiring the corresponding shaft length. Yamaha identifies the L configuration as 20 inches.
Power Trim & Tilt
Power trim and tilt allows the engine angle to be adjusted for acceleration, cruising, shallow-water operation, launching and trailering.
Electric Start
Electric starting provides convenient engine operation when properly connected to a compatible marine electrical system.
Performance and Repower Benefits
- High-performance 225 HP VMAX SHO
- 4.2L V6 architecture
- EFI fuel system
- Strong acceleration and responsive power
- 20-inch shaft
- Power trim and tilt
- Electric start
- Proven Yamaha VMAX SHO platform
- Excellent option for high-performance fishing and recreational boats
Performance & Applications
The Yamaha 225 HP VMAX SHO is designed for boats where high horsepower and performance are priorities.
Potential applications include:
- Bass boats
- Performance fishing boats
- Center-console boats
- Bay boats
- Flats boats
- Offshore-capable recreational boats
- High-performance fishing boats
- Larger recreational boats rated for 225 HP
Yamaha performance testing with the VF225LA demonstrates the engine’s high-performance capability, although actual speed, fuel consumption and acceleration will vary significantly according to hull design, weight, propeller, setup and operating conditions.
Compatible Boat Types
This Yamaha 225 HP VMAX SHO is intended for boats designed to accept a 225 HP outboard with a 20-inch shaft.
Before purchasing, verify:
- Your boat is rated for 225 HP
- Your boat requires a 20-inch shaft
- Steering compatibility
- Remote-control compatibility
- Engine mounting requirements
- Electrical and battery requirements
- Propeller requirements
Engine Condition and Service History
This is a used 2017 Yamaha 225 HP VMAX SHO 4-stroke outboard motor.
The supplied listing confirms the model year, horsepower and 20-inch shaft but does not provide engine hours, detailed service history or specific included rigging.
Buyers should confirm the actual engine hours, service records, compression/operational condition and included equipment before purchase.
Included Equipment
The listing is for the Yamaha 225 HP VMAX SHO outboard motor.
Specific equipment such as:
- Controls
- Wiring harness
- Gauges
- Propeller
- Steering components
- Battery cables
The engine is offered as a ready-to-mount-and-run package subject to the actual included equipment.
Important Before Purchase
Please verify the following before ordering:
- Your boat is rated for at least 225 HP.
- Your boat requires a 20-inch shaft.
- Confirm the engine’s actual hour reading.
- Request available service and maintenance records.
- Confirm compression and operational testing where applicable.
- Confirm exactly which controls, gauges, wiring and propeller are included.
- Confirm the steering and rigging requirements for your boat.
- Confirm the physical model/serial number before ordering replacement parts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Yamaha 225 VMAX SHO a 2-stroke?
No. The VMAX SHO 225 is a 4-stroke 4.2L V6 with electronic fuel injection.
What shaft length does this engine have?
The listing specifies a 20-inch shaft, corresponding to Yamaha’s L configuration.
How much horsepower does the VMAX SHO produce?
This model produces 225 HP.
Are engine hours provided?
No. The supplied listing does not state an hour reading, so the actual hours should be confirmed before purchase.
Order Your Yamaha Outboard from Machinery Store
Confirm your boat’s horsepower rating, transom height, steering and rigging compatibility before installation. Contact Machinery Store to confirm availability, the exact package contents, delivery charges and any applicable warranty terms.
Additional information
| Model | VMAX SHO / VF225LA |
|---|---|
| Model Year | 2017 |
| Horsepower | 225 HP |
| Engine Type | 4-Stroke |
| Displacement | 4.2 L / 4,200 cc |
| Full-Throttle RPM | 5,000–6,000 RPM |
| Shaft Length | 20″ Long Shaft (L) |
| Starting System | Electric |
| Gear Ratio | 1.75:1 |
| Steering | Remote configuration |
| Hours | To Be Confirmed |
| Condition | Used |
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