Honda BF8DK3LHC 8HP 4-Stroke Outboard – 20in Shaft, Tiller

Bring Honda BF8DK3LHC to a sailboat tender, inshore utility boat, or high-transom workboat when manual control and a 20-inch shaft are required. Its 222 cc inline two-cylinder OHC 4-stroke engine produces 8 HP and uses carbureted fuel delivery. Honda BF8DK3LHC is a portable outboard with manual recoil starting, a tiller handle, five-position manual tilt, a carry handle, low-oil alert, and a 20-inch long shaft.

At approximately 99 lbs dry, this model should be included in transport and transom planning. Its 4,500–5,500 RPM full-throttle range provides a reference for propeller and operating setup, while the 2.33:1 gear ratio supports standard forward, neutral, and reverse operation. The 6-amp alternator is listed as standard, with 12 amps available as an option. Confirm the boat’s transom height, weight capacity, horsepower rating, and electrical requirements before purchase.

Key Features of Honda BF8DK3LHC

- Fit the 20-inch long shaft to sailboat tenders and high-transom utility boats.
- Manual Recoil Start — provides the listed starting method for this portable configuration.
- 222 cc OHC engine uses two cylinders and produces 8 HP.
- 99 lbs dry weight affects carrying, mounting, and transom-load planning.
- Carry Handle supports movement between storage, transportation, and the boat.
- Low Oil Alert provides the listed engine-monitoring function during operation.
- Five-position manual tilt adjusts lower-unit clearance for selected shallow-water conditions.
- 6 amps standard, with 12 amps optional, provides model-dependent charging output.

Why Choose the Honda BF8DK3LHC

This version suits boaters who want a simple long-shaft auxiliary motor with direct tiller steering. The carry handle supports portable handling, while the low-oil alert and manual tilt add practical features for small-boat ownership.

- 20-inch shaft fits high transoms
- Manual tiller keeps setup direct
- Low-oil alert supports routine monitoring

Applications & Use Cases

Honda BF8DK3LHC is intended for sailboat kickers, inshore tenders, high-transom utility boats, and similar compact vessels using a 20-inch transom. It can support harbor movement, shoreline travel, tender duty, and light utility use when the boat accepts the engine’s horsepower and weight.

- Sailboat kicker applications
- Inshore tenders with long transoms
- High-transom utility boats

Warranty, Support & Maintenance

The supplied product information lists a 5-year non-declining standard warranty. Follow the applicable Honda owner’s manual for engine oil, gearcase lubricant, spark plugs, carburetor service, cooling-system checks, low-oil alert inspection, manual tilt, and storage preparation. Confirm the optional charging output, service intervals, and dealer support before purchase.