Honda 225HP iST | BF225DXCDA

The Honda 225HP iST, model BF225DXCDA, is a 225-horsepower four-stroke outboard sized for boats up to 25 feet, rated to move boats weighing as much as 5,200 pounds using Honda's Intelligent Shift and Throttle (iST) system to handle shift and throttle control together.

What's under the cowling

This iST runs 6 cylinders at a 3583cc displacement, fed by electronic fuel injection built around Honda's direct injection and electronic throttle-control technology, aimed at smooth power delivery from trolling speed up through its 5,000-6,000 rpm full-throttle band. Electric starting is standard, and the motor is built on a 25-inch shaft, which is worth measuring against your transom before ordering.

What to check before buying

At 617 lbs this is a heavy outboard, so confirm your transom, bracket, and rigging are rated for the weight before ordering, and note that a propeller is not included and will need to be selected separately for your boat and expected load. Standard features include a counter-rotation lower unit, a freshwater flush system for the cooling passages, digital throttle and shift, and power trim and tilt, with the whole package backed by a 5-year warranty.

Common questions

Is a propeller included? No, the propeller is sold separately and should be matched to your boat.

What's the shaft length? 25 inches.

What warranty does it carry? A 5-year warranty.