{"id":118284,"date":"2025-12-11T14:16:38","date_gmt":"2025-12-11T12:16:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vetus.com\/?page_id=118284"},"modified":"2025-12-18T12:55:48","modified_gmt":"2025-12-18T10:55:48","slug":"bow-pro-rimdrive-thruster-integration-with-suzuki-outboards","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/vetus.com\/usa\/bow-pro-rimdrive-thruster-integration-with-suzuki-outboards\/","title":{"rendered":"BOW PRO &amp; RIMDRIVE thruster integration with Suzuki outboards"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<section class=\"section  \">\n    \n\n<section id=\"section-text-block-block_17bcda429af9dbe6b45fe377a3a2d97a\" class=\"section text-block \">\n                    <div class=\"section section__body\">\n            <div class=\"text-block\">\n                <div class=\"container\">\n                    <div class=\"row\">\n                        <div class=\"col-lg-8 offset-lg-2\">\n                                                            <div class=\"section__content single__content hentry\">\n                                    <p>VETUS offers full integration of its BOW PRO and RIMDRIVE thruster systems with Suzuki electronic-control outboard engines and Ultraflex Integra JS steering and joystick controls. This integrated solution enables seamless communication between propulsion, steering, and thruster systems, allowing all functions to be managed through a single joystick interface.<\/p>\n                                <\/div>\n                            \n                                                    <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/section><\/section>\n\n<section class=\"section section--colored bg-light content-blocks bg-light   \">\n    \n<section id=\"content-block-1-block_f1277593539c7f09cecf02b718f234b7\" class=\"section content-block content-block--image \">\n    <div class=\"container\">\n        <div class=\"row d-flex align-items-center\">\n\n            <div class=\"col-md-6 col-lg-7\">\n                                    <div class=\"content-block__visuals\">\n                        <div class=\"content-block__media media--clipped media ratio\">\n                            <div class=\"media__wrapper\">\n                                <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"690\" height=\"690\" src=\"https:\/\/vetus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/bowpro300_front_up_product_1080x1080-690x690.jpg\" class=\"media__source img-fit\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vetus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/bowpro300_front_up_product_1080x1080-690x690.jpg 690w, https:\/\/vetus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/bowpro300_front_up_product_1080x1080-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/vetus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/bowpro300_front_up_product_1080x1080-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/vetus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/bowpro300_front_up_product_1080x1080-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/vetus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/bowpro300_front_up_product_1080x1080-210x210.jpg 210w, https:\/\/vetus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/bowpro300_front_up_product_1080x1080-330x330.jpg 330w, https:\/\/vetus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/bowpro300_front_up_product_1080x1080-431x431.jpg 431w, https:\/\/vetus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/bowpro300_front_up_product_1080x1080-507x507.jpg 507w, https:\/\/vetus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/bowpro300_front_up_product_1080x1080-530x530.jpg 530w, https:\/\/vetus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/bowpro300_front_up_product_1080x1080-930x930.jpg 930w, https:\/\/vetus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/bowpro300_front_up_product_1080x1080.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 575.98px) 431px, (max-width: 767.98px) 530px, (max-width: 991.98px) 330px, (max-width: 1279.98px) 530px, (max-width: 1899.98px) 690px, 930px\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"col-md-6 col-lg-4 offset-lg-1\">\n                <div class=\"content-block__body\">\n                    \n                    \n                                            <h3><strong>Integrated control for precise maneuvering<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>The combined system provides smooth, proportional control that significantly improves handling in close-quarters situations such as docking, narrow fairways, and crowded marinas. By coordinating engine, steering, and thruster inputs through the Ultraflex joystick, operators benefit from predictable responses and refined maneuverability. The system enables users to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Move the vessel sideways, diagonally, forward, or backward<\/li>\n<li>Rotate the boat around its axis for accurate positioning<\/li>\n<li>Maintain steady control in wind, current, or tight conditions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Each maneuver is coordinated through one joystick, simplifying operation and reducing operator workload.<\/p>\n                    \t\t\t\t\t\n                                    <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"content-block-1-block_f1277593539c7f09cecf02b718f234b7\" class=\"section content-block content-block--image \">\n    <div class=\"container\">\n        <div class=\"row d-flex align-items-center flex-md-row-reverse\">\n\n            <div class=\"col-md-6 col-lg-7 offset-lg-1\">\n                                    <div class=\"content-block__visuals\">\n                        <div class=\"content-block__media media--clipped media ratio\">\n                            <div class=\"media__wrapper\">\n                                <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"690\" height=\"388\" src=\"https:\/\/vetus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/bowpro300_full_product_1920x1080-690x388.jpg\" class=\"media__source img-fit\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vetus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/bowpro300_full_product_1920x1080-690x388.jpg 690w, https:\/\/vetus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/bowpro300_full_product_1920x1080-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/vetus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/bowpro300_full_product_1920x1080-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/vetus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/bowpro300_full_product_1920x1080-210x118.jpg 210w, https:\/\/vetus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/bowpro300_full_product_1920x1080-330x186.jpg 330w, https:\/\/vetus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/bowpro300_full_product_1920x1080-431x242.jpg 431w, https:\/\/vetus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/bowpro300_full_product_1920x1080-507x285.jpg 507w, https:\/\/vetus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/bowpro300_full_product_1920x1080-530x298.jpg 530w, https:\/\/vetus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/bowpro300_full_product_1920x1080-930x523.jpg 930w, https:\/\/vetus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/bowpro300_full_product_1920x1080-1170x658.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/vetus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/bowpro300_full_product_1920x1080.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 575.98px) 431px, (max-width: 767.98px) 530px, (max-width: 991.98px) 330px, (max-width: 1279.98px) 530px, (max-width: 1899.98px) 690px, 930px\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"col-md-6 col-lg-4\">\n                <div class=\"content-block__body\">\n                    \n                    \n                                            <h3><strong>Integration with Suzuki outboards featuring electronic controls<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>This integration supports Suzuki\u2019s outboard models with electronic controls, including the advanced DF350AMD and DF300BMD, both equipped with integrated steering. These engines work seamlessly with the Ultraflex joystick system and VETUS thrusters, delivering precise coordination between propulsion and maneuvering systems. Through the Ultraflex Integra JS electronic power steering platform, engine and thruster commands are managed with accuracy and smooth responsiveness.<\/p>\n                    \t\t\t\t\t\n                                            <div class=\"content-block__actions actions\">\n                            <div class=\"btn-group d-flex flex-wrap justify-content-center justify-content-md-start\">\n                                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.suzukimarine.com\/news\/suzuki-marine-usa-announces-technology-collaboration-with-vetus\/\" class=\"btn btn-sm btn-empty btn-empty-primary\" title=\"\" target=\"_blank\">\n                                    <span>Learn more at Suzuki marine<\/span>\n                                    <i class=\"icon icon-keyboard_arrow_right\"><\/i>\n                                <\/a>\n\n                                <!-- <a href=\"#\" class=\"btn btn-sm btn-empty btn-empty-primary\" title=\"\">\n                                    <span>Watch video<\/span>\n                                    <i class=\"icon icon-play_circle_outline\"><\/i>\n                                <\/a> -->\n                                <!-- <a href=\"#\" class=\"btn btn-sm btn-empty btn-empty-primary\" title=\"\">\n                                    <span>Innovation<\/span>\n                                    <i class=\"icon icon-keyboard_arrow_right\"><\/i>\n                                <\/a> -->\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section><\/section>\n\n\n<section class=\"section  \">\n    \n\n<section id=\"section-text-block-block_e957970b4192b24c7507086863e7fabb\" class=\"section text-block \">\n                    <div class=\"section section__body\">\n            <div class=\"text-block\">\n                <div class=\"container\">\n                    <div class=\"row\">\n                        <div class=\"col-lg-8 offset-lg-2\">\n                                                            <div class=\"section__content single__content hentry\">\n                                    <h3><strong>A technology-based collaboration<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>The combined technologies of VETUS, Suzuki, and Ultraflex result in an integrated control system designed to enhance confidence and efficiency when operating in confined spaces:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Seamless communication between thruster, steering, and propulsion systems<\/li>\n<li>Smooth and predictable maneuverability using advanced joystick control<\/li>\n<li>Reliable response for docking and station-keeping operations<\/li>\n<li>Flexible compatibility with both single- and multi-engine installations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This collaboration provides a significant improvement in vessel control without compromising ease of use or reliability.<\/p>\n                                <\/div>\n                            \n                                                    <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/section><\/section>\n\n<section class=\"section section--colored bg-light content-blocks bg-light   mb-0\">\n    \n\n<section id=\"section-text-block-block_2557bc70ca034ce9efc49e7a14636c43\" class=\"section text-block  mb-0\">\n                    <div class=\"section section__body\">\n            <div class=\"text-block\">\n                <div class=\"container\">\n                    <div class=\"row\">\n                        <div class=\"col-lg-8 offset-lg-2\">\n                                                            <div class=\"section__content single__content hentry\">\n                                    <h3 data-start=\"197\" data-end=\"239\"><strong data-start=\"201\" data-end=\"239\">Reliable control for every journey<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"241\" data-end=\"570\">This integrated solution delivers smooth, predictable, and intuitive vessel handling, supporting boaters with confidence during docking and close-quarters maneuvers. With proven technologies working together across a range of vessel types, VETUS offers reliable and versatile control solutions tailored to modern boating needs.<\/p>\n                                <\/div>\n                            \n                                                            <div class=\"section__actions text-block__actions actions\">\n                                    <div class=\"btn-group d-flex flex-wrap justify-content-center\">\n                                                                                    <a href=\"https:\/\/vetus.com\/bow-pro-thrusters\/#bodem\" class=\"btn btn-primary\" title=\"\" target=\"_blank\">\n                                                <span>Explore all VETUS thruster integrations<\/span>\n                                            <\/a>\n                                        \n                                                                            <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/section><\/section>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":20,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"tpl-blog-large-header.php","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-118284","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":{"image":{"ID":118260,"id":118260,"title":"Suzuki-VETUS-Demo-scaled (1)","filename":"Suzuki-VETUS-Demo-scaled-1.jpg","filesize":756401,"url":"https:\/\/vetus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Suzuki-VETUS-Demo-scaled-1.jpg","link":"https:\/\/vetus.com\/usa\/bow-pro-rimdrive-thruster-integration-with-suzuki-outboards\/suzuki-vetus-demo-scaled-1-2\/","alt":"","author":"20","description":"","caption":"","name":"suzuki-vetus-demo-scaled-1-2","status":"inherit","uploaded_to":118284,"date":"2025-12-11 11:33:06","modified":"2025-12-11 11:33:06","menu_order":0,"mime_type":"image\/jpeg","type":"image","subtype":"jpeg","icon":"https:\/\/vetus.com\/wp-includes\/images\/media\/default.png","width":2560,"height":1695,"sizes":{"thumbnail":"https:\/\/vetus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Suzuki-VETUS-Demo-scaled-1-150x150.jpg","thumbnail-width":150,"thumbnail-height":150,"medium":"https:\/\/vetus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Suzuki-VETUS-Demo-scaled-1-300x199.jpg","medium-width":300,"medium-height":199,"medium_large":"https:\/\/vetus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Suzuki-VETUS-Demo-scaled-1-768x509.jpg","medium_large-width":768,"medium_large-height":509,"large":"https:\/\/vetus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Suzuki-VETUS-Demo-scaled-1.jpg","large-width":1024,"large-height":678,"1536x1536":"https:\/\/vetus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Suzuki-VETUS-Demo-scaled-1.jpg","1536x1536-width":1536,"1536x1536-height":1017,"2048x2048":"https:\/\/vetus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Suzuki-VETUS-Demo-scaled-1.jpg","2048x2048-width":2048,"2048x2048-height":1356,"210w":"https:\/\/vetus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Suzuki-VETUS-Demo-scaled-1-210x139.jpg","210w-width":210,"210w-height":139,"330w":"https:\/\/vetus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Suzuki-VETUS-Demo-scaled-1-330x218.jpg","330w-width":330,"330w-height":218,"431w":"https:\/\/vetus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Suzuki-VETUS-Demo-scaled-1-431x285.jpg","431w-width":431,"431w-height":285,"507w":"https:\/\/vetus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Suzuki-VETUS-Demo-scaled-1-507x336.jpg","507w-width":507,"507w-height":336,"530w":"https:\/\/vetus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Suzuki-VETUS-Demo-scaled-1-530x351.jpg","530w-width":530,"530w-height":351,"690w":"https:\/\/vetus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Suzuki-VETUS-Demo-scaled-1-690x457.jpg","690w-width":690,"690w-height":457,"930w":"https:\/\/vetus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Suzuki-VETUS-Demo-scaled-1-930x616.jpg","930w-width":930,"930w-height":616,"1170w":"https:\/\/vetus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Suzuki-VETUS-Demo-scaled-1-1170x775.jpg","1170w-width":1170,"1170w-height":775,"gform-image-choice-sm":"https:\/\/vetus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Suzuki-VETUS-Demo-scaled-1.jpg","gform-image-choice-sm-width":300,"gform-image-choice-sm-height":199,"gform-image-choice-md":"https:\/\/vetus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Suzuki-VETUS-Demo-scaled-1.jpg","gform-image-choice-md-width":400,"gform-image-choice-md-height":265,"gform-image-choice-lg":"https:\/\/vetus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Suzuki-VETUS-Demo-scaled-1.jpg","gform-image-choice-lg-width":600,"gform-image-choice-lg-height":397}},"introduction":"","person":false,"title":"Smart integration for enhanced vessel maneuverability"},"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v27.3 (Yoast SEO v27.3) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>BOW PRO &amp; 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