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Honda BF60
The BF60 is all about being the best.

Mid-Range
BF60
- Power
- 60 hp
- Configuration
- 4-Stroke SOHC 3 Cylinder/12 Valves
- Displacement
- 998 cc
- Weight
- 239 lb
About this engine
The BF60 is all about being the best. The best maneuverability and highest speed in its class. The best fuel economy. Best in class high output charging. And of course, best time out on the water. Available in two versions, the BF60 and the BFP60 Power Thrust offer powerful performance and exhilarating acceleration. The BFP60 offers a unique gear case and larger propeller that’s ideal for pontoons and larger hulled boats. The BFP60 also features Easy Dock Steering™; offering 50° of steering from port and to starboard, simplifying maneuvering in the marina. Add in features like BLAST, Programmable Fuel Injection, a high performance heavy-duty gear case, Lean Burn Control, and variable speed trolling, and you’ve got a legendary motor that’s truly best in class.
Key features
- Instant Acceleration: Honda’s exclusive BLAST system improves acceleration at low speeds.
- Power Thrust available: A unique gear case and larger propeller makes the Power Thrust BFP60 ideal for maneuvering large boats, like pontoons, around the marina.
- Mikuni® Intake System: The lightweight Mikuni® long tube intake track system helps build low end torque.
- Best In Class Fuel Efficiency: Lean Burn Control increases fuel efficiency by allowing combustion to operate on a leaner air/fuel mixture.
- PGM-FI: Multi-port Programmed Fuel Injection adds both easy starts and improved fuel efficiency - without sacrificing performance.
- Exceptional manuverability: Easy Dock Steering® takes the anxiety out of maneuvering your pontoon boat around the marina.
- Proven Honda Quality: Our outboards share many technologies and components used in Honda vehicles, with all the benefits of years of proven Honda engineering, precision manufacturing and reliability.
- Unmatched peace of mind: Honda's True 5 Warranty is the best in the business.
- Engine Alert System: The Engine Alert System uses visual, audio and RPM reduction circuits to alert the operator of over-heating, low oil PSI and over-revving.
- Honda Corrosion Protection: Our corrosion protection system includes a durable, multi-layered paint process, helping your Honda to continue to look and perform like new.
- Additional Corrison Resistance: Sacrificial anodes and stainless steel technology, along with waterproof connectors, and internally painted cooling passages, all enhance corrosion protection.
- Fresh Water Flushport: Fresh water flushport flushes debris and saltwater out of the engine.
- Simplified maintenance: The little things make a big difference.
- On-board connectivity: NMEA 2000 protocols allow engine data to be interfaced with on-board systems and systems displays, such as SONAR or GPS.
- 3 Position Tiller Handle: The 3 Position Tiller Handle adjusts to your comfort for easiest hull maneuverability.
- Variable Speed Trolling: Push button troll speed makes trolling easy, with 50 RPM increments from 750 rpm to 1000 rpm.
- Easy Access Controls: The center mounted, ergonomically designed tiller handle is longer for improved handling.
- High Output Charging System: There's always plenty of electric power with the BF60.
- Neodymium Magnet Flywheel: Honda's exclusive neodymium magnet flywheel enables these engines to produce nearly twice as many charging amps as some competitors.
- BF60 Charging: The standard BF60 develops a total 22 amps and 17 charging amps.
- BFP60 Charging: The Power Thrust BFP60 develops a total 27 amps and 22 charging amps.
- Tilt Limit Switch: An optional tilt limit switch keeps the motor from rubbing against the bottom of a pontoon boat's sun deck.
- Rudder Angle Indicator: The dash mounted rudder angle indicator keeps the captain informed to which direction the engine is pointing.
Full specifications
- Type
- 4-Stroke SOHC 3 Cylinder/12 Valves
- Displacement
- 998 cc (61.0 cubic inches)
- Bore & Stroke
- 73 mm x 79.5 mm (2.9 x 3.1 inches)
- Full Throttle RPM Range
- 5,000-6,000 RPM
- Rated Power
- 60 HP @ 5,500 RPM
- Cooling System
- Water Cooled
- Fuel Delivery
- Programmed Fuel Injection
- Ignition System
- MicroComputer Programmed
- Starting System
- Electric
- Exhaust
- Through Hub
- Lubrication
- Wet Sump
- Trim Range
- -4° to +16°
- Tilt Range
- 60°
- Steering Angle (to port and again to starboard)
- 30° remote, 50° tiller
- Gear Ratio
- 2.07:1
- Gear Shift
- F-N-R
- Alternator
- 22-Amp
- Battery Charging Power
- 17 Amp
- Propeller
- Optional
- Power Tilt
- NA
- Power Trim & Tilt
- Standard
- Gas Assisted Tilt
- NA
- Oil Pressure Alert
- Standard
- Temperature Alert
- Standard
- Rev-Limiter
- Standard
- Speedometer Pickup
- Standard
- Recreational
- 5 years
- Commercial/Rental
- 2 years
- Optional Extended
- Up to 36 months Learn More
- Overall Width
- 417 mm/16.4 inches
- L Type
- 521 mm/20 inches
- X Type
- NA
- L-Type
- 108 kg/239 lbs.
- X-Type
- NA








