Honda BF250DK1LDA 250HP Outboard – 20in Shaft, iST, Drive-by-Wire, V6, VTEC
For charter work, Honda BF250DK1LDA carries 250 horsepower. A 20-inch shaft pairs with iST drive-by-wire throttle. V6 and VTEC rounds out the build. A fit for center consoles and cruisers.
- 250 horsepower, ready to run
- 20-inch shaft for most transoms
- iST drive-by-wire throttle control
- V6 engine, proven configuration
- Straightforward to service and maintain
Description
Give Honda BF250DK1LDA a place on a bass boat, bay boat, or performance pontoon when 250 HP and iST digital control are required with a 20-inch long shaft. Its 3.6-liter, 60-degree V6 engine uses 24 valves and SOHC operation, producing 250 HP at 5,800 RPM. Honda BF250DK1LDA is a Signature Silver 4-stroke outboard with VTEC, Programmed Fuel Injection, electric starting, Intelligent Shift and Throttle, and Power Trim & Tilt. The 20-inch shaft is intended for compatible standard long-transom installations.
The 600-lb dry weight should be included in the boat’s transom, repower, trailer, and balance calculations. Its 5,300–6,300 RPM full-throttle range provides a reference for propeller selection, while the 2.00:1 gear ratio supports standard forward, neutral, and reverse operation. The 90-amp alternator supplies 60 charging amps for supported navigation displays, pumps, lighting, batteries, and other electrical equipment. The listed oil capacity is 7.8 L, with filter details and gearcase service governed by the applicable Honda manual.
Key Features of Honda BF250DK1LDA
- Fit the 20-inch long shaft to compatible bass boats, bay boats, and performance pontoons.
- V6 Engine — combines 3.6 liters of displacement with a 60-degree, 24-valve SOHC design.
- 250 HP at 5,800 RPM gives properly rated hulls a defined high-output propulsion option.
- 600 lbs dry weight requires careful transom capacity and repower balance planning.
- Intelligent Shift and Throttle provides drive-by-wire control for supported digital helm systems.
- Programmed Fuel Injection manages fuel delivery throughout the specified V6 4-stroke engine.
- Power Trim & Tilt adjusts engine position during acceleration, cruising, docking, and trailering.
- 90 amps total with 60 charging amps support compatible onboard electrical systems.
Why Choose the Honda BF250DK1LDA
This model combines the BF250 power rating with iST controls and a 20-inch shaft for digital-ready recreational boats. It suits owners who need higher output, helm-based electronic control, and charging capacity for a larger electronics package.
- 250 HP supports properly rated performance hulls
- iST controls suit digital-ready boats
- 20-inch shaft fits compatible long transoms
Applications & Use Cases
Honda BF250DK1LDA is suited to bass boats, bay boats, performance pontoons, and other recreational hulls using a compatible 20-inch transom. It can support fishing, coastal cruising, family boating, and repower work when the boat accepts the engine’s weight and horsepower.
- Bass boats requiring 250 HP
- Bay boats with long transoms
- Performance pontoons 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, gearcase lubricant, filters, spark plugs, cooling-system checks, iST controls, and Power Trim & Tilt. Confirm service intervals, warranty registration, and dealer support before purchase.
Honda 250HP BF250DK1LDA iST Specs
| Brand | Honda Marine |
| Full Model Code | BF250DK1LDA |
| Country of Origin | Japan |
| Engine Family/Series | V6 VTEC® iST (Signature Silver) |
| Engine Type | V6 60° / 24-Valve SOHC |
| Displacement | 3.6 Liters (3583 cc) |
| Horsepower | 250 HP @ 5800 RPM |
| Full Throttle RPM Range | 5300 - 6300 RPM |
| Fuel Induction System | Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) |
| Alternator Output | 90 Amps (60 Charging Amps) |
| Gear Ratio | 2.00:1 |
| Shaft Length | 20" (Long) |
| Dry Weight | 272 kg (600 lbs) |
| Bore x Stroke | 89 x 96 mm |
| Starting & Steering System | Electric w/ iST (Intelligent Shift & Throttle) |
| Trim/Tilt Method | Power Trim & Tilt |
| Oil Capacity | 7.8L |
| Recommended Fuel | 86 Octane |
| Standard Warranty | 5-Year Non-Declining |
| Application | Bass boats, bay boats, and performance pontoons requiring high torque. |












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