Honda BF225DK1XCDA 225HP Outboard – 25in Shaft, Counter Rotation, iST

Position Honda BF225DK1XCDA on the port side of a twin-engine offshore fishing boat when a 25-inch shaft and iST counter-rotation are required. Its 3.6-liter, 60-degree V6 engine uses 24 valves and SOHC operation, producing 225 HP at 5,500 RPM. Honda BF225DK1XCDA is a counter-rotation iST 4-stroke outboard with Programmed Fuel Injection, electric starting, Intelligent Shift and Throttle, and Power Trim & Tilt. The listed configuration is intended for digital twin-engine installations.

The 613-lb dry weight should be included in the combined weight of both engines, batteries, fuel, rigging, passengers, and equipment. Its 25-inch X-long shaft suits compatible tall transoms, while the 5,000–6,000 RPM full-throttle range helps guide propeller selection. A 90-amp alternator provides 60 charging amps for supported offshore electronics and accessories. The listed oil capacity is 7.8 L with filter, with gearcase and iST maintenance directed by the applicable Honda manual.

Key Features of Honda BF225DK1XCDA

• Use the 25-inch X-long shaft on boats designed for compatible tall-transom mounting.
• Counter-Rotation iST — provides the listed port-side arrangement for compatible twin digital systems.
• 225 HP at 5,500 RPM comes from a 3.6-liter V6 SOHC powerhead.
• 613 lbs dry weight affects twin-engine transom capacity, balance, and total vessel loading.
• Intelligent Shift and Throttle provides drive-by-wire control for supported digital helm systems.
• Programmed Fuel Injection manages fuel delivery within the specified 24-valve 4-stroke engine.
• Power Trim & Tilt adjusts engine position during offshore operation, docking, and trailering.
• 90 amps total with 60 charging amps support compatible navigation and communication equipment.

Why Choose the Honda BF225DK1XCDA

This model has a specialized role in twin-engine offshore installations because shaft length, counter-rotation, port-side placement, and iST controls must correspond with the boat. When those requirements are confirmed, the 225 HP V6 provides a defined propulsion option for the approved digital rig.

• Counter-rotation suits listed port-side twin use
• iST controls support digital helm systems
• 25-inch shaft fits compatible tall transoms

Applications & Use Cases

Honda BF225DK1XCDA is intended for port-side twin iST configurations on offshore fishing boats using 25-inch transoms. It can support offshore fishing, coastal cruising, and recreational travel when the vessel accepts the combined engine weight, counter-rotation arrangement, digital controls, and 225 HP rating.

• Port-side twin offshore installations
• Digital fishing boats with tall transoms
• Offshore cruising with iST controls

Warranty, Support & Maintenance

The supplied product information lists a 5-year non-declining standard warranty. Follow the Honda owner’s manual for the 7.8 L oil capacity with filter, gearcase lubricant, filters, spark plugs, cooling-system checks, iST controls, and counter-rotation components. Confirm twin-engine compatibility, registration, service intervals, and dealer support before installation.