Honda BF140AK1LDA 140HP Outboard – 20in Shaft, iST
For weekend trips, Honda BF140AK1LDA produces 140 horsepower. Rigging includes a 20-inch shaft and iST drive-by-wire throttle. Popular among owners of pontoons and bay boats. It favors reliability over extra complexity at the helm.
- 140 horsepower on tap
- Shaft length 20 inches
- iST drive-by-wire throttle control
- Straightforward to service and maintain
- 140 horsepower, ready to run
Description
Choose the Honda BF140AK1LDA 140HP Outboard when a bay boat or sport hull needs a 20-inch shaft, digital iST controls, and more output than a 115 HP installation provides. Its 2,354 cc inline four-cylinder DOHC engine uses 16 valves and VTEC technology, producing 140 HP at 5,500 RPM. Honda BF140AK1LDA is a 4-stroke outboard with Programmed Fuel Injection, electric starting, Intelligent Shift and Throttle, and Power Trim & Tilt for compatible digital-rigged boats.
The 472-lb dry weight should be considered during transom planning, repower work, and boat-balance calculations. The engine’s 5,000–6,000 RPM full-throttle range provides a reference for propeller selection and final setup. Its 40-amp alternator supplies 30 charging amps for supported electronics and onboard accessories. The listed 6.7 L engine oil capacity includes filter replacement. Gearcase lubricant specifications, flush procedures, and service intervals should follow the applicable Honda documentation.
Honda BF140AK1LDA iST 20-Inch Outboard for Digital-Rigged Boats
- Mount the 20-inch long shaft on boats designed for compatible standard transoms.
- VTEC Powerhead — produces 140 HP at 5,500 RPM from a 2,354 cc DOHC four-cylinder engine.
- Intelligent Shift and Throttle provides drive-by-wire operation for supported digital helm systems.
- 472 lbs dry weight requires suitable transom capacity and repower balance planning.
- Programmed Fuel Injection manages fuel delivery through the specified 4-stroke engine.
- Power Trim & Tilt adjusts the running position from compatible iST controls.
- 40 amps total with 30 charging amps support marine electronics and accessories.
- The 5,000–6,000 RPM range helps evaluate propeller selection after rigging.
Why Choose the Honda BF140AK1LDA
The iST system gives this 20-inch model a clear role in digital-ready repower projects. Its 140 HP rating provides a higher output target for properly approved bay boats and sport hulls, while electronically managed shifting and throttle keep primary operation at the helm.
- 140 HP supports properly rated sport hulls
- iST controls suit digital-ready installations
- 20-inch shaft fits compatible long transoms
Applications & Use Cases
Honda BF140AK1LDA is intended for bay boats, sport hulls, and other recreational vessels designed for a 20-inch transom and compatible iST rigging. It can be used for fishing, coastal cruising, family boating, and harbor travel when the boat supports the engine’s weight and horsepower.
- Bay boats with digital helm systems
- Sport hulls using 20-inch transoms
- Recreational fishing with iST operation
Warranty, Support & Maintenance
The supplied product information lists a 5-year non-declining standard warranty. Follow the applicable Honda owner’s manual for the 6.7 L oil capacity with filter, gearcase lubricant, filter and spark plug service, cooling-system checks, iST controls, and Power Trim & Tilt. Confirm digital compatibility, warranty registration, and dealer support before purchase.
Honda 140HP BF140AK1LDA iST Specs
| Brand | Honda Marine |
| Full Model Code | BF140AK1LDA (Signature Silver) |
| Country of Origin | Japan |
| Engine Family/Series | L4 VTEC® iST (Drive-By-Wire) |
| Engine Type | Inline 4 / 16-Valve DOHC / 4-Stroke |
| Displacement | 2.4 Liters (2354 cc) |
| Horsepower | 140 HP @ 5500 RPM |
| Full Throttle RPM Range | 5000 - 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Induction System | Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) |
| Alternator Output | 40 Amps (30 Charging Amps) |
| Gear Ratio | 2.14:1 |
| Shaft Length | 20" (Long) |
| Dry Weight | 214 kg (472 lbs) |
| Bore x Stroke | 87 x 99 mm |
| Starting & Steering System | Electric w/ Intelligent Shift & Throttle (iST) |
| Trim/Tilt Method | Power Trim & Tilt |
| Oil Capacity | 6.7L (with filter) |
| Recommended Fuel | 86 Octane |
| Standard Warranty | 5-Year Non-Declining |
| Application | Premium digital control for bay boats and sport hulls requiring a 20" transom height. |












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