Honda 150HP iST | BF150DLDA

Honda's BF150DLDA is a 150 hp outboard pairing iST electronic shift-and-throttle control with a 20-inch shaft, the shorter-transom option among the iST-equipped engines Honda builds at this power.

iST controls

iST runs shift and throttle through an electronic link rather than a mechanical cable, so make sure your helm rigging is set up to match before placing an order for this motor. Fuel delivery comes through EFI to a four-cylinder, 2354cc powerhead, and the starter is electric rather than manual, with no pull-cord backup built into this motor.

Shaft fit and weight

A 20-inch shaft calls for measuring your transom carefully before buying, since mounting height affects how the propeller runs once the boat is loaded and underway. Weight comes in at 472 lbs, and Honda's rating for full-throttle operation on this engine falls between 5000 and 6000 rpm. That combination of a shorter shaft and iST control is unique to this particular configuration among the 150 hp motors in Honda's current lineup, so double-check both figures against your boat and intended transom before placing an order.

Buyer questions

Is a propeller included? No, it's an added purchase.

What's standard equipment? This motor also comes with a battery-charging system, a fresh-water port for the cooling passages, and switch-controlled trim and tilt; Honda includes the owner's manual and a 5-year warranty as well.