We sell new Honda outboard motors from the 2.3 HP air-cooled portable up to the 250 HP V6, and you can see the price on every listing in this category. Honda only builds four-strokes, and they are known for being quiet and easy on fuel.

If you have ever stood next to a Honda at idle, you know why people like them. A lot of our Honda buyers are older boaters who have owned one before and simply want another. Others come from car and generator engines and already trust the name.

Honda outboard motors we stock, with quick specs

Honda model codes look busy but they are easy to read. S is a 15 inch shaft, L is 20 inch, X is 25 inch and U is 30 inch. H means tiller handle, R means remote steering, and T means power trim and tilt. WT is the white version, and a C in the code on the big motors means counter-rotation. BFP models are the Power Thrust versions with a bigger gear case for heavy boats and sailboats.

Picking the right Honda outboard motor

Look at the capacity plate on your boat first. It shows the maximum horsepower. Pick a motor close to it so you are not running flat out all the time.

For inflatables and tenders, the 2.3 HP is about as simple as an outboard gets. It is air-cooled, so there is no water pump to wear out. The 5 HP and 8 HP are a step up for small fishing boats.

The 9.9 HP Honda range is the one we sell most in the small sizes. The BFP10 Power Thrust is popular on sailboats. For jon boats and skiffs, look at the 15 HP, 20 HP and 30 HP motors.

Pontoons and family runabouts usually take something between 50 and 150 HP. The BF90 and BF150 both use Honda’s VTEC valve timing, which gives you more pull low down and better economy at cruise. Bigger offshore boats and twin installs go to the 200 HP, 225 HP and 250 HP V6 motors.

Why people choose Honda outboard motors

They are quiet and they sip fuel. Honda’s Lean Burn Control runs a leaner mixture at cruise, and the big motors use BLAST, which advances ignition timing for a quicker hole shot. Owners also like the Honda name for parts and service, since Honda power equipment is sold in so many countries. Full spec sheets and owner information are on the official Honda Marine website.

Another thing people notice is that Honda outboard motors share a lot of engineering with Honda car engines. That shows in how smooth they idle and how easily they start on a cold morning.

Rigging notes

Tiller motors are ready to run. Remote motors need controls, a key switch, cables and gauges. On the big V6 models you can use mechanical or digital controls depending on the model code. D in codes like BF250DXDA means digital. Send us your old setup if you are repowering and we will tell you what you need.

How ordering works

The price you see is for the motor itself. After you order, we confirm the exact code, shaft length and color, and quote freight. We ship worldwide. Small motors go by courier, and bigger ones ship crated by sea or air freight. Duties and taxes depend on your country, and we show you the full cost before you pay.

Every motor is new in the factory crate with the owner’s manual. Controls and props for remote motors are separate unless the listing says otherwise.

Looking after Honda outboard motors

Honda motors need the same basic care as any four-stroke. Keep up with these and you will avoid most problems.

• Flush with fresh water after every saltwater trip. Most Honda outboard motors from 40 HP up have a flush port.
• Change the engine oil and filter at the intervals in the owner’s manual, usually every 100 hours or once a year.
• Change the gear oil in the lower unit and check it for water.
• Replace the water pump impeller every two to three years.
• Check the anodes each season and use fresh fuel with a water-separating filter.

Most of the trouble we hear about comes from old fuel or a worn impeller. Honda outboard motors are very reliable when those two things are taken care of.

New or used?

Every motor in this category is new. If you are looking for something cheaper for a tender, browse our used outboard engines. For a boat you depend on, new Honda outboard motors give you a clean history and the latest version of each model.

Getting the prop right

Your motor should reach its rated rpm range at full throttle with a normal load. If it falls short, drop the prop pitch. If it over-revs, go up. We can recommend a starting prop for any of the Honda outboard motors we sell once we know your boat and how you use it.

Common questions

Are Honda outboard motors good for saltwater?

Yes. Rinse with fresh water after use and check the anodes every season.

Which Honda is best for a sailboat?

The BFP10 or BFP8 Power Thrust with a long or extra-long shaft. They push hard at low speed and handle a pitching transom better.

Can I get a twin pair of Honda outboard motors?

Yes. Order one standard rotation motor and one counter-rotating (C) motor of the same model.

Related reading

For more on choosing a motor, see our Honda outboards buying guide, the Honda 150hp outboard spec guide and the Honda 90hp outboard guide. Comparing brands? Yamaha vs Honda covers the main differences, or browse the Suzuki range.