Honda BF225DXCDA 225HP Outboard – 25in Shaft, Counter Rotation, iST
For charter work, Honda BF225DXCDA packs 225 horsepower. A 25-inch shaft carries counter-rotating gears for twin-engine rigs. VTEC rounds out the build. The layout favors easy servicing over a season of use.
- 225 horsepower on tap
- Shaft length 25 inches
- Counter-rotating gears for twin engines
- iST drive-by-wire throttle control
- VTEC fuel delivery system
Description
Pair Honda BF225DXCDA with a compatible twin-engine offshore boat when a 25-inch shaft and port-side counter-rotation are required for an iST digital configuration. Its 3.6-liter, 60-degree V6 engine uses 24 valves and SOHC operation, producing 225 HP at 5,500 RPM. Honda BF225DXCDA is a VTEC 4-stroke outboard with Programmed Fuel Injection, electric starting, Intelligent Shift and Throttle, and Power Trim & Tilt. The counter-rotation designation must correspond with the vessel’s approved twin-engine rigging.
At 613 lbs dry, the engine 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 provides a reference for propeller selection. The 90-amp alternator supplies 60 charging amps for supported navigation displays, pumps, lighting, and communication equipment. The listed engine oil capacity is 7.8 L with filter, while gearcase and iST service should follow the applicable Honda owner’s manual.
Key Features of Honda BF225DXCDA
- Fit the 25-inch X-long shaft to twin-engine boats designed for compatible tall transoms.
- Counter-Rotation iST — provides the listed port-side configuration for compatible digital twin systems.
- 225 HP at 5,500 RPM comes from a 3.6-liter V6 SOHC powerhead.
- 613 lbs dry weight affects combined 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 changes engine position during acceleration, cruising, docking, and trailering.
- 90 amps total with 60 charging amps support compatible offshore electronics.
Why Choose the Honda BF225DXCDA
This model has a specialized role in twin-engine offshore installations because the port-side position, counter-rotation, shaft length, and iST controls must all match the boat. When confirmed, the 225 HP V6 provides a clear 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 BF225DXCDA is intended for port-side digital twin configurations on offshore fishing boats and other recreational vessels using 25-inch transoms. It can support offshore fishing, coastal cruising, and harbor travel when the vessel accepts the total engine weight and counter-rotation arrangement.
- Port-side digital twin installations
- Offshore fishing boats with tall transoms
- Recreational vessels using 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 purchase.
Honda 225HP BF225DXCDA iST Specs
| Brand | Honda Marine |
| Full Model Code | BF225DXCDA |
| Country of Origin | Japan |
| Engine Family/Series | V6 VTEC® iST (Counter Rotation) |
| Engine Type | V6 60° / 24-Valve SOHC / 4-Stroke |
| Displacement | 3.6 Liters (3583 cc) |
| Horsepower | 225 HP @ 5500 RPM |
| Full Throttle RPM Range | 5000 - 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Induction System | Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) |
| Alternator Output | 90 Amps (60 Charging Amps) |
| Gear Ratio | 2.00:1 |
| Shaft Length | 25" (X-Long) |
| Dry Weight | 278 kg (613 lbs) |
| Bore x Stroke | 89 x 96 mm |
| Starting & Steering System | Electric w/ Intelligent Shift & Throttle (iST) |
| Trim/Tilt Method | Power Trim & Tilt |
| Oil Capacity | 7.8L (with filter) |
| Recommended Fuel | 86 Octane |
| Standard Warranty | 5-Year Non-Declining |
| Application | Port-side engine for digital twin offshore configurations on 25" transoms. |












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