Choose Honda BF8DK3LHA for a small aluminum boat or sailboat kicker application that needs a 20-inch long shaft and portable 8 HP propulsion. Its 222 cc inline two-cylinder SOHC 4-stroke engine provides 8 HP at 5,500 RPM. Honda BF8DK3LHA is a long-shaft portable outboard with manual starting, a multi-function tiller, manual tilt with shallow-water drive, and a 6-amp alternator. The 20-inch shaft suits compatible higher transoms.

At approximately 98 lbs dry, the motor should be considered during transport, storage, and transom planning. The 4,500–5,500 RPM full-throttle range provides a reference for propeller selection, while the 2.33:1 gear ratio supports standard forward, neutral, and reverse operation. Manual controls keep steering and throttle at the tiller, and shallow-water drive allows the lower unit to be raised when operating conditions require clearance. The supplied 0.8 L oil capacity should be verified against the correct manual.

Key Features of Honda BF8DK3LHA

- Fit the 20-inch long shaft to compatible aluminum boats and sailboat kicker installations.
- 222 cc Engine — uses an inline two-cylinder SOHC 4-stroke configuration.
- 8 HP at 5,500 RPM suits properly rated small boats and tenders.
- 98 lbs dry weight supports portable handling while requiring suitable transom capacity.
- Manual Start — keeps the motor independent of an electric starting battery.
- Multi-Function Tiller provides direct steering and throttle control at the outboard.
- Shallow-Water Drive changes lower-unit clearance for selected near-shore operating conditions.
- 6-amp alternator supplies electrical output for supported small-boat equipment.

Why Choose the Honda BF8DK3LHA

The 20-inch shaft gives this portable model a place on small boats with higher transoms, while the 98-lb weight remains manageable for seasonal handling. Manual controls and shallow-water drive keep the installation practical for auxiliary and utility use.

- 20-inch shaft suits higher transoms
- Manual controls simplify rigging
- Shallow-water drive supports near-shore operation

Applications & Use Cases

Honda BF8DK3LHA is suited to small aluminum boats, sailboat kicker applications, inshore tenders, and high-transom utility boats using a compatible 20-inch transom. It can support fishing, harbor movement, shoreline travel, and auxiliary propulsion when the vessel is rated for 8 HP.

- Small aluminum boats with long transoms
- Sailboat kicker installations
- Inshore tenders and utility boats

Warranty, Support & Maintenance

The supplied product information lists a 5-year non-declining standard warranty. Follow the Honda owner’s manual for the supplied oil capacity, gearcase lubricant, spark plugs, carburetor service, cooling-system checks, manual tilt, and shallow-water drive. Confirm alternator specifications, service intervals, registration, and dealer support before purchase.