Yamaha takes V MAX SHO® high-performance capabilities to the 150-horsepower segment with the introduction of the new V MAX SHO® 150, a four-stroke outboard with the kind of torque curve and hole shot that bass boaters have come to expect from a machine called “V MAX SHO.®”

Whether you're running a bass boat, flats boat or other performance hull, the V MAX SHO® 150 truly delivers the performance you have come to expect from a Yamaha V MAX SHO® while providing all the benefits associated with four-stroke power, including clean, quiet operation and great fuel efficiency.

Two-STroke Performance Great Hole Shot, acceleration and Top Speed – The new V MAX SHO® 150 uses Yamaha's Variable Camshaft Timing System (VCT) for hole shot and acceleration that is noticeably quicker than that of the F150 and equal to that of the two-stroke VZ 150 HPDI.

four-STroke BenefiTS Smooth – The 2.8-liter, four-cylinder powerhead employs double-overhead cams, four valves per cylinder and counterbalance shafts for extra smooth performance.

fuel efficient – The four-stroke V MAX SHO® 150 offers fuel consumption that is 30 to 40 percent better than that of traditional carbureted two strokes.

extra Space – Because it's a four-stroke, there's no need for an external oil tank with the V MAX SHO® 150. That's a savings of approximately 23 pounds – that means less weight and more storage room in the boat for tackle and other items.

easy rigging – The new four-stroke V MAX SHO® 150 has mechanical control for easy, convenient rigging with most bass, bay and flats boats; with a choice of analog, 6Y5 digital or Command Link® gauges.

The first 150 hp outboard worthy of the V maX SHo® name

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Propping flexibility – uses Yamaha's new V MAX SHO® Series of propellers, which now offer single-inch pitches for more "dialed in" performance. new 22-inch and 23-inch pitches available soon.

Better charging – A powerful 50-amp alternator offers 11 percent more power than that of the VZ150 HPDI.

Powerful Good Looks – The V MAX SHO® looks every bit the part of V MAX,® with a special paint scheme and exhaust that sets it apart from lesser outboards.

reliability – Based on proven Yamaha four-stroke, marine-specific architecture and years of solid performance.

*Consult appropriate Yamaha rigging information for complete rigging compatibility and requirements information for particular configurations. All rigging items sold separately.

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conTroLS▲

• Mechanical(Cable) Compatible

• CommandLinkPlusDigital Not Compatible

GauGeS▲

• CommandLink® Compatible

• YamahaMultifunction Compatible

• ExternalNMEA-2000® Display Compatible▲

• Analog Compatible

• CommandLinkPlus® Display Not Compatible

ProPeLLerS ▲

• VMAXSHO® Series Propellers Available

keY SwiTcHeS anD LanYarDS▲

• CommandLink Compatible

• Conventional Compatible

• CommandLinkPlus Not Compatible

miSceLLaneouS▲

• CommandLink® Gateway Compatible

• AnalogGaugeInterface Compatible

• CommandLinkTriducer® Compatible

• VariableTrollingRPM Compatible

• Y-COP® (Immobilizer) Compatible

• TiltLimiter Available

▲ Consult appropriate Yamaha rigging information and Yamaha rigging Sheet (YMBS) for complete rigging compatibility and requirements information for particular configurations. All rigging items sold separately.

At 480 pounds,* the four-stroke V MAX SHO®150 weighs just 12 pounds more than Yamaha's two-stroke VZ150. That, alone, is amazing. Once you consider the weight of the oil tank, the V MAX SHO®150 weighs about the same on the boat as the VZ150. What's more, not having an oil tank frees up space in the boat.

Weight

Rigging Options

*estimated weight at time of publishing.

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ECM MicrocomputerControl System

Vapor Burning System

VCTTM: VariableCamshaft Timing

Multi-Point Electronic Fuel Injection

Blow-By GasReburning System

Direct Coil-in-CapIgnition

Water-SealedOuter Wall

Four Cylinder 2.8LDOHC 16-Valves

Water Draining Air Intake Duct

Location Exchangeable PTT Switch

Lightweight Polymer Top and Bottom Cowlings

Long Span Mounting System

Harmonized Design and Graphics

Ultimate Corrosion Protection System

Special Aluminum Alloy: YDC30

Freshwater Flushing Device

Electrodeposited Inside/ Outside Paint Process

Self-Sacrificing Anodes

Anodic Exhaust Coating (Alumite)

Labyrinth ExhaustSystem

Sensor CompensationSystem

YDIS: Yamaha Diagnostic System

Y-COP® Immobilizer System (optional)

Warning & Protection Systems

Over-Heat Warning

Low Oil Pressure WarningOver-Rev Limiter Anti-Knock Sensor

Vapor ReductionFuel Return System

Tuned Long Intake ManifoldSingle Throttle Intake Valve

Large Water Separator with Water Sensor

Command Link® Gauges (optional)• Fuel level alert • Low battery voltage alert• Water separator alert • Engine trouble alert

MechanicalControl

Start-in-GearProtection

4 into 1 ExhaustSystem

Tilt Limit Switch Kit (optional)

Heat TreatedStrong Gears

50-Amp HighOutput Alternator

Flywheel Damper

Offset Crankshaft

Twin Balancer Shafts

Long Oil Stick Tube

Automatic Timing BeltTensioner

Bolted Flywheel

Combined UpperCase with Oil Pan

Variable Trolling Switch (VTS®)

Convenience & Control

V MAX SHO® Propeller (optional)

Features

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Performance Test D

ataYamaha VZ150

V maX SHo® 150

Yamaha F150

Four-Stroke Competitor

7.6 sec.

7.7 sec.

Hole Shot

F200F_VCT (Intake)

ECM

Oil Supply

Oil Return

Oil Control Valve

AdvanceRetard

RotaryPiston

VCT Actuater

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 the four-stroke V MAX SHO® 150 generate the kind of performance that bass boaters expect from traditional two-stroke outboards.

In Yamaha tests, the V MAX SHO® 150 was almost as quick as the two-stroke Yamaha VZ150, much quicker than the Yamaha F150 and considerably quicker than a competitor's new, 2-valve-per-cylinder four-stroke 150. Test Boat: Skeeter® ZX190

8.4 sec.

11.8 sec.

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F200F_Long intake manifold

Air entering the engine block of the V MAX SHO® 150 outboard is routed through a single electronically-controlled throttle valve. It works in concert with a long-track intake system and a resonator to improve throttle response. Precision multi-point fuel injection completes the package for delivering the optimum power and fuel efficiency.

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ata

The four-stroke V MAX SHO® 150 produces a top speed better than that of the two-stroke Yamaha VZ150. It is also faster than the Yamaha F150 and beats a competitor's new, 2-valve-per-cylinder four-stroke 150. Test Boat: Skeeter® ZX190

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V maX SHo® 150

Yamaha VZ150

Yamaha F150

Four-Stroke Competitor

57.2 mph

56.8 mph

Top Speed

56.4 mph

55.7 mph

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The four-stroke, four-valve per cylinder V MAX SHO® 150 is able to maximize combustion efficiency in a way that no two stroke can, delivering the utmost in clean, quiet power and performance.

Power and Performance

F200F_Multi-point fuel injection system

A multitude of advanced sensors constantly provide vital atmospheric and engine conditions to the engine Control Module (eCM), which instantly makes the precise adjustments for optimum performance.

F200F_ECM control system

Knock sensor

Intake air temperature/Pressure sensor

ECM

Throttle position sensor

Oil pressure sensor

Crank position sensor

Engine temperature sensor

Cam position sensor (IN)

Cam position sensor (EX)

F200F_ECM control system

Knock sensor

Intake air temperature/Pressure sensor

ECM

Throttle position sensor

Oil pressure sensor

Crank position sensor

Engine temperature sensor

Cam position sensor (IN)

Cam position sensor (EX)

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Reliability & Durability

The V MAX SHO® 150 features a proven cowling drain system designed to efficiently drain away any water that enters the cowling during normal engine operation. Incoming air is routed through a labyrinth of passages that trap and drain water before it enters the engine’s intake. Corrosion resistance is enhanced with Yamaha's exclusive YDC 30 aluminum alloy, ACP 221 paint process and electro-deposited powerhead paint process to further enhance reliability. The new Yamaha V MAX SHO® 150 has a heritage of reliability. Its family tree includes the reliable Yamaha F150.

F200F_Special treatment strong gears

F200F_Intake air draining system

: Air: Water

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The VMAX SHO® 150 has a gearcasefeaturing specially hardened pinion, forward, and reverse gears for increased durability.

F200F_50 Amp high output alternator

10

20

30

40

2000 3000 4000 50000

Alt

erna

tor

Out

put

(Am

p)

1000 6000

50

Engine Speed (r/m)

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Convenience & Control

F200F_50 Amp high output alternator

10

20

30

40

2000 3000 4000 50000

Alt

erna

tor

Out

put

(Am

p)

1000 6000

50

Engine Speed (r/m)

The Yamaha V MAX SHO® 150 is designed to use cable-operated controls, such as the Yamaha 6X3 flush side-mount control.

Consult appropriate Yamaha rigging information and Yamaha rigging sheet on YMBS for complete rigging compatibility and equipment information for particular configurations. All rigging items sold separately.

Today's boats need more charging power to accommodate the wide array of on-board electronic devices. That's why the V MAX SHO® 150 has an 11 percent increase in charg-ing power compared to the VZ150. The alternator provides a total of 50 amps of output.

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50 amps of Total charging output

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F200F_System diagram

Fuel injector

FuelFuel feed

pump

Vapor separator

Fuel control

Valve control

Ignition control

Throttle control

Battery

Water detectionswitch

Vapor shut-offvalve

Air

Waterseparator

Cam position sensor (intake/exhaust)Knock sensorCrank position sensorIntake air temperature/pressure sensorEngine temperature sensorOil pressure sensorThermo switch

Vaporgas

Transmitter

Y-COP® Immobilizer (optional)

ReceiverSpeedmeter

Ignition switch

Variable TrollingSwitch (VTS®)

Tachometer

Canister

IG coil

Oil controlvalve

Multi-hub

Throttleactuator

Thottlepositionsensor

Remote control

Air vent

ECM

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F150C_Dimension

1742

(68.

6)

12°

920 (36.2)

548

(21.

6)

32°

32°

Unit : mm (in.)

66°

4°

F150C_Dimension

1742

(68.

6)

12°

920 (36.2)

548

(21.

6)

32°

32°

Unit : mm (in.)

66°

4°

Dim

ensions

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*Consult appropriate Yamaha rigging information for complete rigging compatibility and requirements information for particular configurations. **estimated weight at time of publication. This document contains many of Yamaha's valuable trademarks. It may also contain trademarks belonging to other companies. Any reference to other companies or their products are for identification purposes only, and are not intended to be an endorsement. Due to Yamaha’s ongoing commitment to product improvement, we reserve the right to change without notice, equipment, materials or specifications. The information and data contained herein is approximate and subject to many factor and variables, including but not limited to atmospheric, water and equipment conditions and operator ability. Therefore, such information and data is provided as a guideline only. © 2012 Yamaha Motor Corporation, u.S.A. All rights reserved.

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POWER/PERFORMANCE•NewLightweight,Compact,PowerfulDesign•2.8LHighOutputFourCylinder•DoubleOverheadCamshafts•VariableCamshaftTiming(VCTTM)•4LargeRadiusValvesPerCylinder•4IndependentFuelInjectors•TunedLongTrackInductionSystem•ElectronicMulti-PointPrecisionFuelInjection•Four-Into-OneExhaust

RELIABILITY/DURABILITY•TCIMicrocomputerIgnitionSystem•WetSumpLubrication•EngineWarningSystem•SacrificialAnodes•WaterSeparator•DirectCoil-in-CapIgnitionSystem•HighOutputAlternator•ElectronicSingleThrottleValveIntakeSystem•YDC30AluminumAlloy•ACP221PaintProcess•SSTDrive,Prop,ShiftShafts•DirectDriveSystem•SSTSteeringTube•MagneticDrainPlug•AlumiteExhaustAnnodization•Electro-depositedPowerheadPaintProcess•WaterDrainingAirIntakeDuct

CONVENIENCE/CONTROL•CommandLink® or Analog Gauge Compatibility* •PowerTrim&Tilt•FreshwaterFlush•MechanicalControls•EasyMaintenance•VibrationReductionMountingSystem•TwinBalancerShafts•ReversiblePTTSwitch•YamahaDiagnosticSystem•Multi-ChargeMonitoringSystem•SingleCoggedTimingBeltSystem with Automatic Tensioner•C.A.R.B.UltraLowEmissions3StarRating•MeetsAllCurrentFederalEPAEmissionStandards

enGineType In-Line Four-CylinderDisplacement 2785cc (163.0 ci)Bore x Stroke 96 x 96.2mm (3.78 x 3.79in)Full Throttle RPM Range 5000 ~ 6000Variable Trolling RPM Range 650 ~ 900 (50 rPM increments)Horsepower Rating at Propshaft 150hp at 5500 rpmCompression Ratio 10.3:1Fuel Induction/Scavenging eFI (DOHC)Alternator Output 50 AmpStarting Method electric w/ PTTIgnition TCI MicrocomputerLubrication Wet SumpDegree of Trim -4˚ through +16˚Degree of Tilt 70˚Exhaust Through PropellerCooling Thermostatic Control

DriVeGear Shift F-n-rGear Ratio (28:14) 2.0:1Control Method Mechanical

SHafT LenGTHSee Model Code L=20"

fueL anD LuBricaTionRecommended Fuel regular unleaded (Minimum Pump Octane 89)Recommended Oil Yamalube® 4M (See Owner's Manual)Engine Oil Capacity 4.5L/4.3L w/without filter

LimiTeD warranTYPleasure Three YearsGovernment Three YearsCommercial One Year

weiGHT 480 lbs**

SPECIFICATIONSFEATurES

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Pleasure Three YearsCommercial One Year

Recommended Fuel Mid-grade Unleaded (Minimum Pump Octane 89)Recommended Oil Yamalube® 4MEngine Oil Capacity 4.5L / 4.3L w/without filter