Yamaha V6 V MAX SHO · Virginia Beach

Yamaha VF250 V MAX SHO outboard: specs, rigging and repower in Virginia Beach.

The VF250 is the top rating of Yamaha's V6 V MAX SHO, a 4.2-liter, 60-degree Super High Output V6 making 250 hp at 5500 RPM on 89-octane fuel. It comes in 20- and 25-inch shafts with mechanical controls and charges at up to 70 gross amps. Yamaha's page says Saltwater Series II HP propellers "can increase top speed" for lighter boats with 25-inch shafts.

Horsepower
250 hp
Engine type
V6
Displacement
4.2L
Shaft length
20" - 25"
Weight †
240 kg (529 lbs) - 257 kg (567 lbs)
Get a quote on the VF250 V MAX SHOCall (757) 464-4600
Yamaha
Yamaha VF250 V MAX SHO cowling with the 250 decal
Outboard images: Yamaha Motor Corporation. Coastal Marine is an authorized Yamaha dealer and installs these outboards at its Shore Drive shop.

Specifications

Yamaha VF250 V MAX SHO
specs, as Yamaha lists them.

Specs and features: Yamaha, read from yamahaoutboards.com and Yamaha's Engine Comparison tool on 2026-10-05. Yamaha can change a model by model year; we confirm the exact engine when we quote.

Yamaha VF250 V MAX SHO specifications
Weight †240 kg (529 lbs) - 257 kg (567 lbs)
Full Throttle RPM Range5000 ~ 6000 rpm
Fuel Induction SystemEFI
Recommended Engine OilYamalube® 4M (See owner's manual)
Engine TypeV6
Displacement4.2L
Bore x Stroke96 x 96mm (3.78 x 3.78 in)
Prop Shaft Horsepower250hp at 5500 rpm
Alternator Output at W.O.T.70 Amp
Compression Ratio10.3:1
Recommended FuelOctane 89
Recommended Fuel FiltrationYamaha 10-Micron Fuel/Water Separating Filter (external)
C.A.R.B. Rating3-Star
ExhaustThrough Propeller
Intake24
IgnitionTCI Microcomputer
Spark PlugLFR6A-11
Starting SystemElectric
LubricationWet Sump
Engine Oil Capacity6.7L/6.4L
Recommended CoolingThermostatic Control
Ethanol Blend Limit10% Maximum
Gear Ratio1.75:1
Gear ShiftForward, Neutral, Reverse
Shaft Length20" - 25"
Degree of Tilt66°
Degree of Trim-4° through +16°
Mounting CentersN/A
Steering Angle (maximum)35° from center, either direction
WarrantyLimited 3-year Pleasure, 3-year Government, 1-Year Commercial

† Weight refers to shortest shaft length, and is measured without motor oil, gearcase oil and propeller (except models 25 hp and under, which include a standard propeller). All Jet model weights include the jet pump assembly (weight estimated).

Compared

How the VF250 compares
with the F250, VF225.

From Yamaha's spec tables; weights are the lightest Yamaha lists, valvetrain is from its dealer spec signs.

Same 250 hp class, Yamaha V6 Offshore 4.2L

VF250 vs F250

  • Weight: VF250 22 lb lighter at the lightest weight Yamaha lists (529 lb vs 551 lb).
  • Alternator: VF250 70 Amp; F250 50 - 70 Amp.
  • Shafts: VF250 20 and 25-inch; F250 25, 30 and 35-inch (35-inch: F250 DEC only).
  • Fuel: VF250 Octane 89; F250 Octane 87.
  • Mounting centers: VF250 N/A; F250 28.5-inch.
  • Helm Master EX: VF250 not available; F250 compatible.
  • Compatible controls: only the F250 lists Digital Controls.

Same on both: 250hp at 5500 rpm rated output, 4.2L displacement, DOHC (24-valve) valvetrain (spec sign), 1.75:1 gear ratio.

Same family

VF250 vs VF225

  • Rated output: VF250 250hp at 5500 rpm; VF225 225hp at 5500 rpm.
  • Shafts: VF250 20 and 25-inch; VF225 20-inch.

Same on both: 4.2L displacement, DOHC (24-valve) valvetrain (spec sign), 529 lb lightest listed weight, 1.75:1 gear ratio, 70-amp alternator, 89 octane.

Rigging

Controls, gauges
and Helm Master EX.

Controls

  • Mechanical Controls (compatible)
  • Helm Master® EX (not available)
  • Command Link Plus Digital Controls (not available)
  • Multi-Function Tiller Handle (not available)

Gauges

Yamaha lists Helm Master EX as not available for the VF250 V MAX SHO.

Yamalube oil change kit

  • V MAX SHO Oil Change KitYamaha's row: Model VF250 · PROD. YEAR '10~ · 05W-30 KIT LUB-MRNSH-KT-05 · 10W-30 KIT NA · 20W-40 KIT NA

VF250 V MAX SHO model codes

Yamaha VF250 V MAX SHO model codes from Yamaha's current model-code list
Model codeControlsColor
VF250LBRemote mechanicalSHO (Black)
VF250XBRemote mechanicalSHO (Black)

Model codes from Yamaha's current model-code list. Ask us which code fits your boat; we confirm it when we quote.

Features

What's built into
the VF250 V MAX SHO.

  • Super High Output 60-degree 4.2-liter V6 rated 250 hp.
  • Minimum 89-octane fuel.
  • 20- and 25-inch shafts.
  • Up to 70 gross amps of charging.
  • Saltwater Series II HP props can raise top speed on light 25-inch rigs.
  • Labyrinth exhaust with an idle relief outlet and mufflerless design for a quiet idle.
  • Phaze Five anti-corrosion paint over YDC-30 alloy.
  • Exhaust pressure reduction system cools the prop hub and helps during hole shot.
  • Engine-mounted fuel filter separates water and includes a water-detection sensor.
  • Kevlar-infused cogged timing belt with chain-linked dual cams and automatic belt tensioners.
  • Plasma-fused sleeveless cylinders provide 4.2 liters of displacement.
  • Variable Camshaft Timing for mid-range punch and throttle response.
  • In-bank exhaust exits through the center of the V for a compact powerhead.
  • Separate intake and exhaust camshafts, larger valves, four valves per cylinder.
  • Up to 70 gross amps of charging, 40 percent more than before; optional isolator.
  • V MAX SHO Series props for 20-inch models come in 1-inch pitches from 22 to 27.
  • Optional backlit digital gauges in square or round styles.
  • TotalTilt: double-tap the trim button for a full tilt up or down.

Repower

Repowering with the VF250 V MAX SHO
at Coastal Marine.

Coastal Marine is an Elite Yamaha dealer and an authorized Yamaha Repower Center on Shore Drive in Virginia Beach. A repower with the VF250 V MAX SHO takes the old or worn-out outboard off a sound hull, of any make, and puts the new Yamaha on, with the controls, gauges and rigging the new setup needs. Warranty work on the Yamaha power we install is authorized in-house.

We don't post engine prices. Tell us the boat, what's on the transom now and roughly how many hours it has, and we'll quote the VF250 V MAX SHO for it. Financing is available on repowers through Yamaha Financial Services.

VF250 repower fit

Shaft lengths
20 and 25-inchYamaha spec table
Weight †
529 to 567 lbYamaha spec table, lightest to heaviest listed
Control types
remote mechanical (VF250LB, VF250XB)Yamaha model-code list
Most popular propeller
V MAX SHO®, 25” pitchYamaha dealer spec sign, 2026-09-01
Get a quote on the VF250 V MAX SHOHow a repower works at CoastalCan you finance just the engines?
(757) 464-4600Text the shop

The V6 V MAX SHO family

Other engines
in this family.

Yamaha VF225 V MAX SHO225 hpSpecs and repower Yamaha VF200 V MAX SHO200 hpSpecs and repower
Yamaha V6 V MAX SHO familyEvery Yamaha outboard

Common questions

Yamaha VF250 V MAX SHO
questions, answered.

Yamaha lists the same 4.2L displacement, DOHC (24-valve) valvetrain (spec sign), 529 lb lightest listed weight, 1.75:1 gear ratio, 70-amp alternator and 89 octane for both. Where they differ: Rated output: VF250 250hp at 5500 rpm; VF225 225hp at 5500 rpm. Shafts: VF250 20 and 25-inch; VF225 20-inch. Also on the VF250 and not the VF225: Saltwater Series II HP props can raise top speed on light 25-inch rigs.

Against the F250: Weight: VF250 22 lb lighter at the lightest weight Yamaha lists (529 lb vs 551 lb). Alternator: VF250 70 Amp; F250 50 - 70 Amp. Shafts: VF250 20 and 25-inch; F250 25, 30 and 35-inch (35-inch: F250 DEC only). Fuel: VF250 Octane 89; F250 Octane 87. Mounting centers: VF250 N/A; F250 28.5-inch. Helm Master EX: VF250 not available; F250 compatible. Compatible controls: only the F250 lists Digital Controls.

Yamaha lists Octane 89 for the VF250, with an ethanol blend limit of 10% Maximum. For the F250 it lists Octane 87.

No. Yamaha lists Helm Master EX as not available for the VF250. Yamaha lists it as compatible for the F250.

Get a quote
on new Yamaha power.

Tell us the boat, the engines on it now and roughly the hours, and we'll quote the VF250 V MAX SHO for it. We answer same business day.

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