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Honda's
flagship outboard series – the BF175/200/225 – has undergone a series of minor
model changes which will continue to push the boundaries in achieving the world's
highest standard in outboard performance.
The
latest generation of large-displacement V6 four-stroke EFI outboards has been
reworked and refined to deliver more torque, even greater fuel efficiency,
incorporate NMEA 2000 compatibility (engine-to-electronics data communication)
and other advantages.
Honda
Australia marine manager Chris Schultz said the new BF175/200/225 ‘AK1' was
driven by Honda's desire to "continually achieve best-in-class performance".
"Never
satisfied with maintaining the status quo, Honda solicited honest opinions from
BF175/200/225 customers all over the world as to how this flagship series could
be even further improved," Mr Schultz said.
"Honda
engineers have reworked these engines to deliver satisfaction way beyond
consumer expectations, with holeshot performance that's equivalent to
higher-rated horsepower outboards and fuel efficiency that's second to none."
The
incorporation of Honda's revolutionary Boosted Low Speed Torque (BLAST™)
air/fuel ratio linked ignition timing control technology delivers explosive
hole shot performance to get boats on the plane quicker than ever. Activated by
sudden throttle movement, BLAST makes available the greatest amount of torque
at the precise moment it's required.
Reducing
fuel consumption by five per cent over the previous BF175/200/225 was achieved
by adopting a combination of an O2 feedback system and simple lean burn system – a first in the outboard industry. Known as ECOmo (Economy Controlled Motor),
the system is activated when
the engine is in mid-range cruising rpm and the throttle is steady. Extensive testing concludes the resultant fuel efficiency
is equivalent to that of Honda's BF150 linear air-fuel (LAF) lean burn system.
Among
other notable changes, a new gearcase – with a dramatically more hydrodynamic
profile – reduces water resistance and improves acceleration, and a new water
intake screen provides better cooling for maximum motor efficiency. A
freshly-designed anti-cavitation plate also reduces engine splash, while additional
sacrificial anodes ensure increased corrosion resistance for extended
durability.
A
number of other minor model changes have improved the rigging and maintenance
of the engines at the dealer service level.
To locate
your nearest Honda Marine dealer, call 1300 1 HONDA (1300 1 46632) or visit
honda.com.au
Further information: Honda Australia, Customer Relations – (03) 9270 1348 or visit: www.honda.com.au
(21 January 2010)
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.
Pictured: Honda's
flagship outboard series – the BF175/200/225 – has undergone a series of minor
model changes which will continue to push the boundaries in achieving the world's
highest standard in outboard performance.
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