Honda Outdoor Motor BF40A User Manual

6. OPERATION (REMOTE CONTROL TYPE)
Gear Shifting
N
(neutral)
NEUTRAL
RELEASE
LEVER
I II I
PULL UP
OPENING
’ II 1
While pulling up the neutral release
lever, move the control lever 30
toward F (forward) or 30’ toward R
(reverse) to engage the desired gear.
Moving the control lever further from
30” will increase throttle opening and
boat speed.
N
(neutral)
i 30”
R
(reverse)
The control lever will not move unless
the neutral release lever is pulled up and
choke/fast idle lever is in the lowest
position.
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Honda Outdoor Motor BF40A Specifications

General

Displacement	808 cc
Full Throttle RPM Range	5, 000-6, 000 RPM
HP Rating	40 HP
Starting System	Electric
Cooling System	Water Cooled
Gear Ratio	2.08:1
Trim Range	-4° to +16°
Lubrication	Wet Sump
Recommended Fuel	Unleaded Gasoline (86 Octane)
Gear Shift	F-N-R
Steering	Remote
Bore & Stroke	70 mm x 70 mm
Fuel Delivery	Programmed Fuel Injection
Exhaust	Through Prop Hub
Shaft Length	15, 20 inches
Fuel Tank Capacity	External
Recommended Engine Oil	10W-30
Dry Weight	96 kg (211 lbs)