Honda BF115JLDA 115HP iST 20″ Outboard Motor

Description

The Honda BF115JLDA is a 115hp standard rotation outboard designed with a 20-inch shaft for multi-engine offshore boats. This 2.4-liter inline-4 platform handles extreme high-seas operation by distributing its massive 2354 cc displacement over an optimized dry weight of 487 lbs to maximize rigidity. Crafted explicitly for shallow sterns, the 20-inch shaft length ensures complete propeller immersion and continuous bite across tournament bass platforms and sport pontoons navigating open ocean waters.

Sustaining high-speed cruising across extreme tournament distances is easy when running this heavy-duty powerhead within its 4500 to 6000 RPM threshold. The optimized 2.14:1 gear ratio translates massive internal combustion pressures into a sweeping torque curve to lift wide hulls on plane rapidly. Backed by proven Japanese engineering excellence, the propulsion platform provides absolute mechanical consistency for captains operating far beyond standard coastal cell phone service ranges.

Technical Specifications of Honda BF115JLDA

• Programmed fuel injection coordinates with automated trim support for highly optimized fuel delivery across the powerband.
• A robust 55-amp gross alternator easily satisfies the heavy electricity demands of modern multi-display helms.
• Intelligent shift and throttle drive-by-wire mechanics remove old cables to streamline rigging and responsive vessel tracking.
• The power trim and tilt feature makes trimming easy with a built-in automatic system for shallow waters.
• An extensive 6.7-liter oil reservoir ensures components stay thoroughly lubricated during long wide-open throttle runs.
• The standard-rotation lower unit ensures traditional clockwise propeller spin for optimized single or primary engine thrust.

DOHC High Power Block

Advanced double overhead camshaft engineering treats the cylinder configurations of this 16-valve inline-4 to optimize overall thermal efficiency. This advanced build path cuts unnecessary pounds from the powerhead block while drastically accelerating thermal dissipation under severe high-load operations.

BLAST Instant Torque Induction

Programmed electronic fuel injection pushes fuel straight into the intake ports while advanced spark timing improves holeshot performance on 86 octane fuel. This automated network produces crisp throttle recovery and instant starting capability when navigating treacherous inlets or heavy head seas.

Hydrodynamic Lower Gear Housing

Oversized drive gears housed inside a hydrodynamic lower unit minimize underwater drag profiles during high-speed cruising maneuvers. This robust engineering dampens heavy gear-shift vibration while maximizing directional tracking on deep-transom multi-engine fiberglass hull configurations.

Intelligent Drive By Wire

Digital electronic control networks integrate seamlessly with the iST platform to handle intensive drive-by-wire needs automatically. This advanced setup safely coordinates with the charging loop to sustain modern multifunction displays and gyro stabilizers without battery drain.

Bass Boat Vessel Application

Bass boats, premium bay boats, multi-species fishing boats, and standard transom center consoles ranging from 18 to 24 feet provide the perfect match. Its 20-inch shaft prevents propeller ventilation when ascending massive rollers in rough open-ocean swells.

Rapid Fluid Servicing Access Point

Unimpeded maintenance access is guaranteed by a multi-piece cowling array that detaches smoothly for immediate dipstick evaluation. Slick drainage pathways isolate waste fluids to allow for quick oil changes right at the marina slips. Pro Tip from the Shop: Connect your freshwater wash hose directly to the upper flushing port after every trip to automatically blast salt crystals out of the cooling jacket without even starting the engine.