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Honda Marine Names 2012 Certified 'Master Tech'

Fri, 04 May 2012 16:00:00 GMT

Honda Marine congratulates Mark Dawley, dealer technician from Soundside Marine, Inc. in Edenton, North Carolina for achieving 'Master Tech' status for 2012. Mr. Dawley has secured his 'Master Tech' certification following a rigorous eight-hour test administered at a Honda Marine training center. Obtaining this exclusive certification designates a Honda Marine service technician as possessing the highest level of professional qualification within the company's service training program. To achiev...

Honda Marine Announces Plan to Launch All-New Electric Shift Throttle System

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 18:12:00 GMT

Honda Marine introduced today a plan to introduce a Honda branded electronic shift and throttle system for its popular V6 outboard engines. The new Honda in-cowl system will provide shift and throttle actuation within the current outboard cowling envelope for ease of use and an integrated design. Featuring a stylized control handle and tailored to Honda's exacting performance requirements, the shift and throttle system will be able to be installed on new and previously purchased BF200, BF225 and...

Honda Power Equipment Earns Seven 2011 MarCom Awards

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 18:00:00 GMT

Honda Power Equipment, a division of American Honda Motor Co., Inc. has received a total of seven MarCom Awards for several of its computer-based dealer and distributor service training modules. Two business units of Honda Power Equipment - Honda Engines and Honda Marine - were recognized by the Association of Marketing and Communication Professionals for their comprehensive training programs and individual instructional sections. Specifically, Honda Engines earned an overall Platinum MarCom Awa...

Honda Marine Receives 2011 IBEX Innovation Award

Tue, 18 Oct 2011 19:55:00 GMT

The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA), along with a judging panel from Boating Writers International (BWI), today named the all-new Honda Marine BF250 engine as recipient of a 2011 IBEX Innovation Award for outboard engine technology. BWI and the NMMA presented the 2011 award at the International Boat Builder's Exhibition (IBEX) show and conference at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Kentucky. The IBEX Innovation Award is the industry's highest honor for innovative an...

Honda BF250 Engine - Charging Performance

Thu, 13 Oct 2011 16:51:00 GMT

What features enhance the charging performance of the new Honda BF250? When the electric load on the new Honda BF250 increases, an adjustable idling-charge system enhances the charging performance of the engine. The BF250 has an industry-first, AMP Plus (Amp+) feature which, at idle speeds, senses a need for more amperage and automatically raises the engine rpms by 100 to produce an additional nine amps. This is perfect for simultaneously running accessories such as SONAR, GPS, stereo, live well...

Honda BF250 Engine - Design Attributes

Thu, 13 Oct 2011 16:50:00 GMT

1. Discuss the design of the new Honda Marine BF250 engine. How does the styling concept of the engine relate to enhanced performance? The Honda Marine BF250 four-stroke engine is the newest and most powerful outboard to join the Honda Marine lineup and now becomes the company's flagship model. The design of the BF250 incorporates a number of advanced, technological innovations that contribute to the engine's high fuel economy and excellent performance. The all-new Honda BF250 engine incorporate...

Honda BF250 Engine - Durability & Reliability

Thu, 13 Oct 2011 16:49:00 GMT

Describe how the design of the Honda BF250 engine results in increased durability and reliability. The increased durability and reliability of the Honda BF250 stems from a redesigned gear case and a low gear ratio; an optional large diameter (16") propeller also can further enhance performance. The gear wheel diameter of the new BF250 engine is 10 percent larger than the Honda BF225 engine. In addition, the gear wheel's tooth tip is 38 percent thicker and the face pressure is reduced by nine per...

Honda BF250 Engine - Environmental Performance

Thu, 13 Oct 2011 16:48:00 GMT

The new Honda Marine BF250 outboard engine boasts the best fuel economy level in its class. Discuss how second generation lean burn control contributes to increased fuel efficiency. Lean Burn Control (incorporated in Honda marine engine models BF40, BF50, BF60, BF75, BF90, BF135, BF150, BF200, BF225, and BF250) automatically adjusts the air/fuel mix according to speed and load while maximizing power throughout the acceleration range - providing as much as 20 percent greater fuel economy in cruis...

Honda BF250 Engine - General Overview

Thu, 13 Oct 2011 16:47:00 GMT

Discuss the significance of the launch of the new Honda Marine BF250 outboard engine. Honda Marine introduces the all-new BF250 horsepower (hp) four-stroke engine, the most powerful outboard to join the Honda Marine lineup - and now the company's flagship model. The design of the BF250 incorporates a number of advanced technological innovations that contribute to the engine's high fuel economy and superior performance. The 3.6 liter VTEC® (Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control&#...

Honda BF250 Engine - Power & Performance

Thu, 13 Oct 2011 16:46:00 GMT

Discuss the features and advantages incorporated into the new Honda BF250 that enhance overall power and performance. The superior performance, power, and reliability of the new Honda Marine BF250 engine are the result of several exclusive technological features. The Honda BF250 is a high-performance 3.6 L VTEC® (see below discussion) engine that incorporates technological advancements from both Honda's automotive and marine outboard engine lines. For example, when designing the BF250, Hond...