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5 hp outboard testHonda BF5D (€1,799)

The Honda BF5D on the test dinghy
Photo: YACHT/J. Fietze
The Honda BF5D impresses with its high manufacturing quality and well thought-out extras. Its fuel consumption is low, but higher than that of its competitors in the 5 hp class

The Honda BF5D is part of a Comparative tests in the 5 hp outboard class

As soon as you unpack the bike, you get the impression that Honda goes the extra mile. For example, the tiller can be folded down onto the shaft for transport and there is an extra hose for draining the carburettor. The engine scores points with its high-quality finish and well thought-out equipment.

  • + Quietest motor in the test
  • + Well thought out
  • + Good manual
  • - Heavy and large dimensions
  • - Thirstier than the competition

YACHT rating: **** (Good)

Test measurements Honda BF5D

Volume was measured at a distance of 1 m from the motor, test load 1 person, bollard pull measurement 0.55 kNVolume was measured at a distance of 1 m from the motor, test load 1 person, bollard pull measurement 0.55 kN

Technical data Honda BF5D

  • cubic capacity:127 cm³
  • Bore x stroke: 60 x 45mm
  • Full load speed range:4,500-5,500 rpm
  • Tank capacity (internal):1.5 litres
  • Weight:27.0 kg
  • Generator:Optional 6 A
  • Gear ratio:2,08 : 1
  • Test propeller:3x 7 7/8'' x 6 3/4''
  • Price:1,799 Euro
  • Distribution: honda.com

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