Honda Brochure
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Solid reliability that'll move you over a liquid world. The Honda name is, of course, legendary. It's been forged and tested on racetracks and roadways around the globe and Honda is the world's largest engine manufacturer. But the world is two-thirds water. So it only makes sense to trust that same leadership and attention to detail when terra firma dissolves into waves of escape. Inspired by our automotive technology, Honda offers more four-stroke marine experience than anyone. Our marine engines are conceived for water from the ground up. For over 40 years, we've applied thinking so...

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Honda. A history of leadership. 1964 First Honda four-stroke outboard introduced. 1967 First Honda outboard introduced in the U.S. 1985 Honda has the first line of four-strokes for customers to choose from. 1990 Our BF45 wins the IMTEC Innovation Award. 1994 Our BF90 prototype wins the IMTEC Innovation Award. 1995 The BF90 wins Popular Mechanics "Design and Engineering Award." 1998 Honda Marine is the only marine engine manufacturer offering over 15 models of four-strokes to choose from. 2001 The world's first 225 hp four-stroke is introduced. VTEC Technology is also introduced in a marine...

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Look for these fine boats powered by Honda. A Honda outboard enhances any boat. But if you're in the market for a manufacturers. All of them come fully rigged with Honda engines, props and gauges to insure your quality time on Baha Cruiser Blue Wave Boulton Powerboats Carolina Skiff Destination Yachts Harris Kayot Hewes Craft Maritime Skiff McKee Craft Misty Harbor Nautic Star Palm Beach Play Craft Polar Kraft Smoker Craft Steiger Craft Tuff Boat

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Sometimes the best thing about a legend are the facts. Honda's 3-Year Limited Warranty. Honda outboard engines purchased for pleasure from an authorized Honda Marine dealer are warranted against defects in material or workmanship for three (3) years from the original date of purchase. This warranty provides top-to-bottom coverage that's the same from the first day of the three years to the last. Highest in Customer Satisfaction with Four-Stroke Engines. Recently, J.D. Power & Associates ranked Honda the highest in customer satisfaction. Meaning, whether you want just a little power for a...

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Our best salespeople are our customers. "When your backyard is the hyper-saline lower Laguna Madre, your playground is 550 square miles of gin-clear, three-foot water. My Honda provides me with the durability and fuel economy I require for the harsh environment. I use it more than 200 days a year." Captain Bruce Shuler Owner, Getaway Adventures Lodge Coast Guard Captain "Honda outboards are by far the best looking outboards available. Under the gorgeous silver cowling is an engine that is extremely economical to operate and will serve you for years with trouble-free these bad boys brings...

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Experience begets innovation. Not to mention peace of mind. Just from a glance, you can see that Honda outboards with their sleek aerodynamic lines don't look like anything else out there. As attractive as they are, however, it's what's on the inside that counts. As you review these features, look for the word "Exclusive." It means that you won't find that particular feature anywhere else. VTEC Technology Smooth Acceleration and Power. Honda's Variable Valve Timing & Lift Electronic Control (VTEC) system gives you a broader, flatter torque curve and smooth power delivery throughout the...

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Cool-Running Durability. Three separate cooling systems keep the cylinder heads running cooler for more "On Demand" Alternator EXCLUSIVE More Charging Power. Our belt-driven system will make sure batteries stay charged and electronic equipment keeps humming. In fact, Current two-strokes largest amount of recreational charging power you can get. All engines have different amperage. Torsion Dampener Improved Handling. Sometimes called the flywheel, this component is located near the base of the powerhead. The design lowers the center of gravity for improved handling, hull maneuverability and...

Honda Technology and Innovation Dual Overhead CAM (DOHC) High Horsepower, Low Maintenance. A powerful, compact 24-valve DOHC design creates more valve lift to pull in more air for increased horsepower. Low-maintenance design allows easy adjustment of the rocker arms. No multiple shims or trial-and-error Multi-Port Programmed Fuel Ignition Powerful Performance. Honda Multi-Port Programmed Fuel Injection (PGMFI) delivers the precise amount of air/fuel to each cylinder, under all operating speeds and conditions. The result is quick starts, instant throttle response, powerful performance and...

When power and reliability merge, you ve got a pair of silver bullets, A reliable reputation isn't just given, it's earned. Year after year, boat after boat. When it comes to the best blend of power and reliability, you can't do better than the Honda Besides their sleek, slim looks that feature a Large Displacement V6. SOHC design without the bulk and weight of long intake runners and superior performance and durability inspired by Honda's automotive engineering excellence. A Honda exclusive on both engines is alternator. It reduces heat buildup and is the largest amount of recreational...

A horizon of possibilities. An engine built to explore every one of them. For fresh or salt water, when the horizon beckons, the powerful and always ready to answer. Both feature Dual Overhead CAM (DOHC), a mighty yet compact 24- valve design that creates more valve lift to pull in more air for increased horsepower. Low maintenance design also allows easy adjustment of the rocker arms. No multiple shims or trial-and-error adjusting needed. Both engines also feature Honda's exclusive Dual Stage Induction, a variable air intake manifold that delivers top performance at every speed. Both also...