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Honda has revealed
details of its all-new BF250 outboard engine, which is scheduled to be
available in Australia from early 2012.
Entering the next power range, the BF250
combines a new 3.6L V6 EFI engine with the world's first direct air induction
system in an outboard – designed
to reduce intake air temperature and increase air volume to the engine – to deliver outstanding overall performance and best-in-class fuel
economy.
Beneath its distinct, angular and streamlined cowl, the BF250 incorporates
exclusive Honda technologies including BLAST – advanced ignition timing control system that significantly improves hole-shot
performance; ECOmo – sophisticated lean burn fuel control system, which contributes
to the engine's excellent fuel economy; and VTEC – variable valve timing
technology originally developed for Formula One race cars to deliver incredible
power.
The BF250 also features a new
high-performance gear case, which enhances hydrodynamic efficiency. Combined
with a new gear reduction ratio (2:1), the engine delivers even greater all-round
performance, beyond just an increase in horsepower.
Shifting effort is further enhanced by the introduction
of a new Shifting Load Reduction control system. Supporting boat users' operating
characteristics, the Engine Control Unit modifies the ignition timing resulting
in reduced engine torque to lessen the shift load required for the engine to
change gear.
A class-leading battery charging system also
allows the BF250 to handle increasing consumer demand for additional onboard
electrical power. At idle, a new Adjustable Idle Charge system automatically
adjusts engine speed to raise the charging rate when an increased electrical
load is detected. Under these conditions, the high-output 90amp alternator
still puts out 40amps (60amps during normal running conditions).
Honda's
new BF250 is also NMEA2000 compliant, allowing engine-to-electronics data
communication to deliver engine management and performance data to compatible
marine electronics displays.
Combining the performance,
environmental, reliability and durability characteristics for which Honda is
renowned, the new BF250 is also backed by Honda's five-year warranty.
Further information: Honda Australia, Customer Relations – 1300 559 846 or visit: www.honda.com.au
Incorporating unique attributes such as BLAST, ECOmo and
VTEC, along with a five-year warranty, Honda's technologically-advanced
four-stroke outboard engines run quieter, offer greater fuel economy,
burn
cleaner and are just plain better for the environment... at the same
time
delivering superior power and unmatched reliability. Honda –
four-strokes of
genius.
(24 October 2011)
Pictured: Honda has revealed
details of its all-new BF250 outboard engine, which is scheduled to be
available in Australia from early 2012.
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