The Honda BF115JXRA represents Honda’s proven 4-cylinder outboard engineering, delivering reliable 115 horsepower through a sophisticated 2.4-liter SOHC 16-valve engine designed for diverse marine applications. The 25″ extra-long shaft configuration makes this outboard ideal for a wide range of vessels including bay boats, center consoles, and sportfishing boats with standard to deeper transoms requiring extended shaft length for optimal propeller positioning and performance.
This mechanical steering model features Honda’s smooth-operating traditional command and control system, providing experienced boaters with direct mechanical linkage that’s compatible with most repower applications and existing steering systems. The mechanical controls offer reliable, direct response that many boaters prefer, delivering precise boat handling through proven cable-actuated throttle and shift mechanisms that have been refined over decades of marine application.
Built upon Honda’s renowned automotive engineering foundation, the BF115JXRA features Honda’s advanced PGM-FI fuel injection system for precise fuel delivery and optimal performance across all operating conditions. The innovative BLAST™ technology aggressively advances ignition timing for dramatically improved hole shots and acceleration, while Lean Burn Control technology delivers exceptional fuel efficiency by optimizing the air-fuel mixture during cruising speeds.
Honda’s legendary reliability shines through with consistent performance and dependable operation, ensuring optimal fuel delivery in all conditions while meeting stringent CARB emissions standards. The classic Aquamarine Silver finish provides excellent corrosion resistance while maintaining Honda’s distinctive marine aesthetic that has defined quality marine propulsion for decades.
The robust 55-amp alternator provides reliable charging power for today’s electronics-heavy boats, delivering 40 amps of charging power to keep onboard systems operational. The 3-way cooling system ensures optimum operation and long-term durability by maintaining even temperatures across all cylinders, while counterbalancing shafts reduce vibration for smoother operation.
Standard features include power trim and tilt, NMEA 2000® certification for seamless electronics integration without expensive gateway interfaces, built-in speedometer pickup, freshwater flush port, and Honda’s comprehensive corrosion protection system featuring multiple anodes and specialized marine coatings designed to withstand the harsh saltwater environment.
Perfect for offshore fishing boats, high-performance bay boats, and versatile center consoles requiring 25″ shaft length with traditional mechanical controls, the Honda BF115JXRA combines proven 4-cylinder reliability with mechanical steering precision, delivering the dependable performance that experienced boaters demand for their marine adventures where traditional control reliability and proven operation are valued.
