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Built on reliability and economy Honda's BF8 delivers complete satisfaction. This model will ensure you have responsive power and performance behind you all the way.

The BF8 is great for people who enjoy a diverse range of marine activities and require the greatest level of flexibility possible. With Honda, you will always be boating with confidence, no matter where your nautical adventures take you.

Compact in Design, Powerful in Performance

Honda Marine designed its BF8 outboard engine for boaters who want dependable performance in a portable package. Ideal for sailboats, small aluminium boats or tenders in fresh or salt water, a lightweight profile and features that make it simple to transport and use characterise this engine.

Advanced Performance

As with all Honda outboards, 4-stroke technology means unparalleled easy starting, quiet operation and low emissions. Engineered with fuel efficiency in mind, Honda has produced an outboard that is very low in maintenance costs and fuel consumption yet still delivers Honda engineered quality with optimum performance and durability.

Features

• Voluntary Emission Labelling Scheme (VELS)
• Ergonomic lightweight rounded design for easy transportation is ideal for small boats, dinghies or as an auxiliary
• High Output Charging - 6 Amps (manual start) and 12 Amps (electric start)
• Fresh Water Flushport. Allows easy freshwater flushing of the engine, extending the life of the outboard.
• Engine alert system.

Technology:

• World-renowned Honda 4-stroke quality combines proven reliability and superior fuel efficiency, with no oil mixing
• Auto Start Enrichment - on electric start models, automatically adjusts the air fuel mixture for quick, easy starting and warm up operation
• Easy One Hand Starting. Working together, a built-in decompression release and Digital CDI system set the ignition timing during start-up. Greatly reduces the effort required to pull-start the engine by hand!
• PGM-IG - Programmed Ignition system accurately controls ignition timing during start-up and across the entire RPM range, providing optimum overall operation
• 4-Front Corrosion Protection. A patented, “Double Sealed" multi-layered paint process, sacrificial anodes and stainless steel technology, along with waterproof connectors, all enhance corrosion protection
• Honda's new exclusive Power Thrust Kit, featuring a four blade propeller creates 60% more thrust in reverse and 15% more in forward
• Ergonomic lightweight rounded design for easy transportation is ideal for small boats, dinghies or as an auxiliary
• Ergonomic Lightweight Design
  

Performance/Usability:

• Honda's exclusive triangulated, rubber mount system absorbs vibration and provides smooth operation
• High Output Charging - 6 Amps (manual start) and 12 Amps (electric start), maintaining the battery charge and keeping electronics powered, even at trolling speeds
• Easy steering friction control. Unique design allows the operator to precisely adjust steering tension for improved control
• Integrated carry handle. A Convenient, foldaway carry handle is situated at the exact top/bottom balance point of the engine, so that the engine carries more easily in a level position
• Shallow water drive. Allows the operator to run in shallow water and greatly reduces the risk of engine damage
• Rubber Mount System
  

Peace of Mind:


• Up front tiller control. A convenient Forward Mount Shift Lever allows fingertip shifting. Twist Grip Throttle & Tensioner allows for superior throttle friction control, minimising driver fatigue
• Engine alert system. Integrated warning system protects the engine from severe damage due to low oil, over-revving and over heat situations
• Fresh Water Flushport. Allows easy freshwater flushing of the engine, extending the life of the outboard.
• Environmental Performance.The BF8 achieves outstanding clean exhaust performance that exceeds both the U.S EPA 2006 and CARB emission regulations for 2008 -the most stringent emissions standards in the world.
• Voluntary Emission Labelling Scheme (VELS) based on international emission regulations to assist the consumer in making better informed choices when purchasing an outboard engine.
• 5 year warranty