Licensed Yacht BrokersSales and service of yachts and shipsThe Flybridge Motor YachtbyJohnsonis an 83 ftmotor yachtthat blends semi-displacement efficiency with comfortable long-weekend autonomy. Represented by Andrey Shestakov and Shestakov Yacht Sales, it offers refined design by Dixon Yacht Design and confident MAN diesel power.
Selecting a Flybridge Motor Yacht
Choosing the Flybridge Motor Yachtis about prioritizing balanced performance and onboard comfort. With a 21-knot cruising pace and 25-knot maximum, a semi-displacement hull, and accommodations for eight plus a dedicated crew space, thismotor yachtfits owners seeking reliability from twin MAN inboard diesels, generous 1,600-gallon fuel capacity, and teak-clad construction details.
Features of the Model
- Semi-Displacement running surface by Dixon Yacht Design for composed handling and efficient passage-making.
- Twin MAN inboard diesel engines for proven performance and serviceability.
- Teak hull and teak deck finish for a warm, classic presentation underfoot and topsides.
- Interior by Johnson Yachts with a layout supporting eight accommodations and five heads.
- Practical crew setup with one crew cabin and two berths for professional support.
- Thoughtful capacities: 1,600 gallons of fuel and 350 gallons of fresh water to extend time between shore calls.
Technical Specifications
- Length overall (LOA): 83 ft (25.3 m)
- Beam: 20 ft (6.32 m)
- Draft (min/max): 19.685 ft / 19.958 ft (6 m / 6.0833 m)
- Cruising speed: 21 kn (24.17 mph)
- Maximum speed: 25 kn (28.77 mph)
- Gross tonnage: 63
- Engines: 2 x MAN, Inboard, Diesel
- Hull material: Teak
- Deck material: Teak
- Hull configuration: Semi-Displacement
- Hull designer: Dixon Yacht Design
- Interior designer: Johnson Yachts
- Accommodation: 8
- Heads: 5
- Crew cabins: 1
- Crew beds: 2
- Fresh water capacity: 350 gal
- Fuel capacity: 1600 gal
Pricing and Ordering
For current pricing, availability, and to discuss specifications of the Flybridge Motor YachtbyJohnson, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales. Our team will guide you through options, timelines, and transaction logistics from first inquiry through delivery.
Questions and Answers
Q: What are the cruising and top speeds of the Flybridge Motor Yacht? A: The yacht’scruising speedis 21 kn (24.17 mph) and thetop speedis 25 kn (28.77 mph), ideal for a capablemotor yacht.
Q: Who are the designers involved? A: The hull designeris Dixon Yacht Design, while theinterior designeris Johnson Yachts, aligning with the build pedigree ofJohnson.
Q: How many people can stay aboard comfortably? A: There are accommodations for 8with5 heads, plus1 crew cabinwith2 crew bedsfor professional support on theFlybridge Motor Yacht.
Q: What engines power the yacht, and what fuel do they use? A: Twin MANinboarddieselengines power theFlybridge Motor Yacht, delivering dependable performance and service reach.
Q: What is the hull construction and configuration? A: The hull materialis Teak with a Teak deck, and thehull configurationisSemi-Displacement—a combination that supports confident handling for a premiummotor yacht.
Owner Experience Review
Owners position the Flybridge Motor YachtbyJohnsonas a versatile platform: long-range coastal and Bahamas cruising with thousands of miles logged, relaxed family weekends with an on-deck master, and charter-style entertaining supported by a large aft deck and swim platform. Tender handling and casual fishing are helped by generous cockpit space, and some commentary highlights the living areas and the aft deck/platform as exceptionally large for the size, even “bigger than anything under 100’.”
Underway impressions are mixed in beam seas: multiple reports say it does not take beam waves well, and boats with an enclosed flybridge can be rolly without stabilizers, even though the enclosure itself makes for comfortable driving. Reported speeds vary by era and setup, with early models around a 22-knot cruise (about 25 knots top) and later boats cruising in the mid-20s with roughly 30 knots at the top, per published figures on comparable Johnsonflybridge yachts. When properly configured and maintained, owners have run confident long passages, including routes such as Miami–Nantucket and the Exumas.
Maintenance feedback notes some access and sourcing challenges: one owner reported bilge water rising and drowning a thruster motor, with poor access discouraging repair; certain fittings and electrical items (e.g., Gewiss outlets/switches and Italian recessed lights) can be hard to replace. The hull/core is generally described as solid with no delamination or stress cracks, though Taiwan-sourced stainless can “bleed,” so routine corrosion checks are recommended. Engine reliability draws praise when upkeep is diligent, with examples of 3412E installations still “purring” at around 5,300 hours.
Pros and Cons
- Owners report successful long-range coastal and Bahamas runs with the Flybridge Motor YachtbyJohnson.
- Spacious living areas with a large aft deck/platform and on-deck master with expansive views suit family cruising and charter.
- Enclosed flybridge provides comfortable driving, and many boats carry high-end galley equipment brands.
- Reported to handle beam seas poorly and can be a roller, especially without stabilizers.
- Access to some systems can be difficult, with one owner citing a drowned bow thruster due to bilge water.
- Certain fittings and stainless require attention, and some electrical parts are hard to source.
Comparison with Other Models
| Model | LOA | Beam | Draft | Speed (Cruising/Max) | Gross Tonnage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flybridge Motor Yacht | 83' 0" (25.30 m) | 20' 0" (6.32 m) | 19' 8" (6 m) – 19' 11" (6.08 m) | 21 kn / 25 kn | 63 |
| Motor Yacht wFB wOn-Deck Master | 115' 0" (35.05 m) | 27' 0" (8.43 m) | 21' 10" (6.67 m) – 22' 2" (6.75 m) | 12 kn / 14 kn | 154 |
| RPH wOn Deck Master | 110' 0" (33.53 m) | 23' 0" (7.19 m) | 21' 4" (6.50 m) – 22' 8" (6.92 m) | 19 kn / 22 kn | 105 |
| SKYLOUNGE | 70' 0" (21.46 m) | 18' 0" (5.59 m) | 10' 11" (3.33 m) – 11' 3" (3.42 m) | 22 kn / 25 kn | 48 |
| Open Flybridge with Hydraulic Platform | 93' 0" (28.58 m) | 23' 0" (7.19 m) | 21' 4" (6.50 m) | 22 kn | 95 |
| 83' SKYLOUNGE WFISHING COCKPIT | 83' 0" (25.30 m) | 20' 0" (6.32 m) | 19' 8" (6 m) – 19' 11" (6.08 m) | 21 kn / 25 kn | 63 |
| Skylounge with Hydraulic Platform | 83' 0" (25.30 m) | 20' 0" (6.32 m) | 19' 8" (6 m) – 19' 11" (6.08 m) | 25 kn | 63 |
| FLYBRIDGE wFLYBRIDGE FISHING COCKPIT | 83' 0" (25.30 m) | 20' 0" (6.32 m) | 19' 8" (6 m) – 19' 11" (6.08 m) | 21 kn / 25 kn | 63 |
| Skylounge wFishing Cockpit | 80' 0" (24.38 m) | 20' 0" (6.32 m) | 19' 8" (6 m) – 19' 11" (6.08 m) | 21 kn / 25 kn | 63 |
| FLYBRIDGE wFISHING COCKPIT | 80' 0" (24.38 m) | 20' 0" (6.32 m) | 19' 8" (6 m) – 19' 11" (6.08 m) | 21 kn / 25 kn | 63 |
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