Yamaha / V MAX SHO
Yamaha VF115
The In-Line Four V MAX SHO® 115 is Yamaha’s fastest 115-hp four stroke, ever, with a top speed of nearly 51 mph.* On top of its impressive speed, it features tech unheard of in its class, including a long-track intake system, free-flow exhaust and knock sensor.
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V MAX SHO
VF115
- Power
- 115 hp
- Configuration
- Inline 4
- Displacement
- 1.8L
- Weight
- 171 kg (377 lbs) - 175 kg (386 lbs)
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The In-Line Four V MAX SHO® 115 is Yamaha’s fastest 115-hp four stroke, ever, with a top speed of nearly 51 mph.* On top of its impressive speed, it features tech unheard of in its class, including a long-track intake system, free-flow exhaust and knock sensor.
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 †
- 171 kg (377 lbs) - 175 kg (386 lbs)
- Full Throttle RPM Range
- 5300 ~ 6300
- Fuel Induction System
- EFI
- Recommended Engine Oil
- Yamalube® 4M (See owner's manual)
- Engine Type
- Inline 4
- Displacement
- 1.8L
- Bore x Stroke
- 81 x 88.9mm (3.19 x 3.5in)
- Prop Shaft Horsepower
- 115hp at 5500 rpm
- Alternator Output at W.O.T.
- 35 Amp
- Compression Ratio
- 10.0:1
- Recommended Fuel
- Octane 87
- 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
- LKR6E
- Starting System
- Electric
- Lubrication
- Wet Sump
- Engine Oil Capacity
- 3.2L/3.0L
- Recommended Cooling
- Thermostatic Control
- Ethanol Blend Limit
- 10% Maximum
- Gear Ratio
- 2.15:1
- 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)
- 35° from center, either direction
- Warranty
- Limited 3-Year Pleasure, 3-Year Government, 1-Year Commercial






