Honda BF150DLDA 150HP Outboard – 20in Shaft, iST, Drive-by-Wire
For deeper transoms, Honda BF150DLDA brings 150 horsepower. Rigging includes a 20-inch shaft and iST drive-by-wire throttle. Popular among owners of center consoles and cruisers. It keeps the rigging simple for first-time outboard buyers.
- Rated at 150 horsepower
- 20-inch shaft for most transoms
- iST drive-by-wire throttle control
- Straightforward to service and maintain
- 150 horsepower, ready to run
Description
Upgrade a compatible bay boat or sport hull with the Honda BF150DLDA 150HP Outboard when a 20-inch transom needs iST digital control and 150 horsepower. Its 2,354 cc inline four-cylinder DOHC engine uses 16 valves and VTEC technology, producing 150 HP at 5,500 RPM. Honda BF150DLDA is a Grand Prix White 4-stroke outboard with Programmed Fuel Injection, electric starting, Intelligent Shift and Throttle, and Power Trim & Tilt. The 20-inch long shaft suits standard long-transom installations.
The 472-lb dry weight should be included in transom, repower, and boat-balance calculations. The full-throttle range of 5,000–6,000 RPM provides a reference for propeller selection after rigging, while the 2.14:1 gear ratio supports standard forward, neutral, and reverse operation. Its 40-amp alternator supplies 30 charging amps for compatible displays, lighting, pumps, and other electrical accessories. The listed engine oil capacity is 6.7 L with filter, while gearcase service should follow the applicable Honda documentation.
Honda BF150DLDA White iST 20-Inch Outboard for Digital Bay Boats
- Fit the 20-inch long shaft to boats designed for compatible standard transoms.
- Grand Prix White Finish — provides the listed exterior color for this digital-control configuration.
- VTEC Powerhead — produces 150 HP at 5,500 RPM from a 2,354 cc DOHC four-cylinder engine.
- 472 lbs dry weight belongs in transom, balance, and repower calculations.
- Intelligent Shift and Throttle provides drive-by-wire operation for supported digital helm systems.
- Programmed Fuel Injection manages fuel delivery within the specified Honda 4-stroke configuration.
- Power Trim & Tilt adjusts engine angle from compatible iST controls during operation.
- 40 amps total with 30 charging amps support onboard marine electronics.
Why Choose the Honda BF150DLDA
The iST system gives this 20-inch model a clear role in digital-ready boat installations and repower projects. Its 150 HP output provides a higher power option for approved bay boats and sport hulls, while the long shaft matches a common transom height used by recreational vessels.
- iST controls suit digital-ready helm layouts
- 150 HP supports properly rated sport hulls
- 20-inch shaft fits compatible long transoms
Applications & Use Cases
Honda BF150DLDA is suited to bay boats, sport hulls, center consoles, and other recreational vessels designed for a 20-inch transom and compatible iST controls. 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 identifies 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 service, filters, spark plugs, cooling-system inspection, iST controls, and Power Trim & Tilt. Confirm digital compatibility, warranty registration, dealer support, and regional warranty conditions before purchase.
Honda 150HP BF150DLDA White iST Specs
| Brand | Honda Marine |
| Full Model Code | BF150DLDA (Grand Prix White) |
| 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 | 150 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/ iST (Intelligent Shift & Throttle) |
| Trim/Tilt Method | Power Trim & Tilt |
| Oil Capacity | 6.7L (with filter) |
| Recommended Fuel | 86 Octane |
| Standard Warranty | 5-Year Non-Declining |
| Application | Digital-ready bay boats and premium skiffs requiring 20" shaft and smooth DBW controls. |












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