The redesigned Honda BF200, BF225, and BF250 bring sleek new styling inspired by Honda’s flagship BF350 V8, along with performance and durability upgrades. VTEC technology (on the 225 and 250hp models) delivers a strong balance of power, torque, and fuel economy, while BLAST improves low-speed acceleration and holeshot. These engines run exceptionally quiet even at cruising speed, and an improved Lean Burn Control — using a revised oil pan and strategically placed O2 sensor — expands fuel efficiency across a wider performance range than before. Corrosion resistance is bolstered with a high-resistance aluminum alloy for critical interior components, extra anodes, improved fasteners and gaskets, and Honda’s multi-layered corrosion protection system.

All three models offer optional Intelligent Shift and Throttle (iST), Honda’s drive-by-wire system, featuring a new ergonomic 5-button control panel, single-lever neutral lock, and the same automatic tilt, trim support, and cruise control found on the BF350 V8. Select models support multi-engine setups with joystick steering integration (Dometic, UFlex) for precise docking, trailering, and position-holding. An extreme-duty gearcase — originally built for law enforcement and military patrol boats — adds extra durability, complemented by a 2-pass cooling system for better heat management and an Engine Alert System that monitors for overheating, water in fuel, low oil pressure, and other critical functions.

EngineBF200BF225BF250
Type4-Stroke, SOHC, 60° V6, 24 Valve4-Stroke, SOHC, 60° V6, 24 Valve4-Stroke, SOHC, 60° V6, 24 Valve
Displacement3583cc (219 cubic ins.)3583cc (219 cubic ins.)3583cc (219 cubic ins.)
Bore & Stroke89 X 96 mm89 X 96 mm89 X 96 mm
Full Throttle RPM Range5000 – 6000 RPM5000 – 6000 RPM5300 – 6300 RPM
Rated Power200 HP @ 5500 RPM225 HP @ 5500 RPM250 HP @ 5800 RPM
Cooling SystemWater CooledWater CooledWater Cooled
Fuel DeliveryProgrammed Fuel InjectionProgrammed Fuel InjectionProgrammed Fuel Injection
Ignition SystemMicroComputer ProgrammedMicroComputer ProgrammedMicroComputer Programmed
Starting SystemElectricElectricElectric
ExhaustThrough HubThrough HubThrough Hub
LubricationWet SumpWet SumpWet Sump
Trim Range-4° to +16°-4° to +16°-4° to +16°
Tilt Range68°68°68°
Octane868686
DriveBF200BF225BF250
Gear Ratio2.00:12.00:12.00:1
Gear ShiftF-N-RF-N-RF-N-R
EquipmentBF200BF225BF250
Alternator (Electric Start)90 amp @12v90 amp @12v90 amp @12v
Battery Charging Power60 amp @12v60 amp @12v60 amp @12v
PropellerOptionalOptionalOptional
Power Trim & TiltStandardStandardStandard
Tilt Limit SettingStandardStandardStandard
Oil Pressure AlertStandardStandardStandard
Temperature AlertStandardStandardStandard
Rev-LimiterStandardStandardStandard
iST Model FeaturesBF200BF225BF250
Troll ControlStandard on iST modelsStandard on iST modelsStandard on iST models
Trim SupportStandard on iST modelsStandard on iST modelsStandard on iST models
Cruise ControlStandard on iST modelsStandard on iST modelsStandard on iST models
Automatic TiltStandard on iST modelsStandard on iST modelsStandard on iST models
WarrantyBF200BF225BF250
Recreational5 years5 years5 years
Commercial/Rental2 years2 years2 years
Optional ExtendedUp to 36 months Up to 36 months Up to 36 months 
DimensionsBF200BF225BF250
Overall Width666 mm / 26 inches666 mm / 26 inches666 mm / 26 inches
Transom HeightBF200BF225BF250
L Type508 mm / 20 in.508 mm / 20 in.508 mm / 20 in.
X Type635 mm / 25 in.635 mm / 25 in.635 mm / 25 in.
Dry WeightBF200BF225BF250
L-Type, Mech275 kg/606 lbs276 kg/609 lbs276 kg/609 lbs
X-Type, Mech283 kg/624 lbs284 kg/626 lbs284 kg/626 lbs
L-Type, iST277 kg/611 lbs278 kg/613 lbs278 kg/613 lbs
X-Type, iST285 kg/628 lbs286 kg/631 lbs286 kg/631 lbs
EmissionsBF200BF225BF250
CARB 2025 Rating3 Stars3 Stars3 Stars