Honda’s completely-redesigned BF40 and BF50 EFI four-stroke outboard engines have arrived!
Retaining their class-leading lightweight and compact styling, the new engines are enhanced with electronic fuel injection, Honda’s revolutionary Boosted Low Speed Torque (BLAST™) air/fuel ratio and ignition-timing technology, and Lean Burn Control to deliver powerful start-up and acceleration together with outstanding fuel economy during cruising.
BLAST™, along with a newly-designed, streamlined gear case and other improvements, contributes to greater acceleration and a higher top speed, while Lean Burn Control results in a 22% improvement in fuel economy over the previous models.
Battery charging capacity has also been increased to 17amps – over 1.7 times that of the previous BF40 and BF50.The new models are compatible with Honda’s latest general purpose engine diagnostic system (Dr H) and also feature a new one-touch plastic cap, which permits easy inspection of anode wear inside the engine, for significantly improved ease of maintenance.
Consistently leading the world in environmental performance, Honda has also managed to reduce noise levels by 1.0dB over previous models through such improvements as a longer exhaust pipe and an optimised rib design inside the upper portion of the extension case.
Both models exhibit outstanding environmental performance and exceed: 2008 CARB emissions standards – the most stringent in the world; US EPA standards for 2006; and domestic Japanese voluntary regulations.
As is the case with every other model in Honda’s outboard engine range, the new BF40 and BF50 also achieve the Outboard Engine Distributors Association’s (OEDA) three-star rating for ultra low emissions.
New Verado 350 SCi – designed to exceed
Mercury Racing has introduced the all-new Verado 350 SCi – a superb in-line six-cylinder outboard which will give speed-lovers more power and better performance than any comparable engine.
From the top cowl to the all-new gear case, the new Verado 350 SCi is designed to exceed expectations in product quality, reliability and performance by combing the brains of Verado with the brawn of Mercury Racing.
The engine’s performance comes from a 2.6-litre supercharged engine which features electronically controlled sequential multi-port fuel injection, four valves per cylinder, double overhead cam design, a charge-air cooler and electronic boost bypass control.
The new top cowl design, with fresh air intakes on the top and front, helps maintain consistent engine operating temperatures by circulating cool air around the powerhead and associated components. The cowl design also channels fresh air directly to the supercharger thereby improving power and performance.
The Verado 350 SCi is super-reliable, with the strength, toughness and durability recreational boaters and offshore sport anglers demand.
An all-new sand-cast driveshaft housing has been created for enhanced durability. Stainless steel guide plates with fibre wear pads and high-performance engine mounts enhance engine stability at high speeds
A brand new, hydrodynamic gearcase has also been added to handle the engine’s high torque and power output.
And there’s no need to worry about noise. Patented sound-dampening technology means this high performance outboard is remarkably quiet.
The Verado 350 SCi also comes with SmartStart - all you have to do is turn the key and release, and the engine will start automatically.
Electro-hydraulic power steering and SmartCraft Digital Throttle & Shift (DTS) provide for an exceptionally smooth and responsive driving experience combined with sports car-like handling and performance.
With a limited two-year warranty, the exciting Verado 350 SCi will be available before Christmas. The 25” and 30” versions will be on sale through all Mercury Verado dealers, with the 20” model sold through race dealers only.
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Advanced Digital Control for New Yamaha F250B Outboard
Yamaha Motor Corporation has unveiled a second generation four stroke 250hp outboard featuring digital electronic remote control for greatly improved operability and reliability.
The new F250B is based on the proven 3.3 litre V6 from the ground breaking F250A. The new release Yamaha F250B offers a suite of technological advantages for smooth throttle operation, responsive performance plus secure and reliable gear shifting.
At the heart of the new model F250B is Yamaha’s digital electronic remote control system. Governed and monitored by Yamaha’s sophisticated Engine Control Module (ECM), throttle control and gear shift is digitally controlled through a remote electronic box linked to the throttle lever.
Throttle response is also greatly improved for when precise control is needed for bar crossings or low-speed trolling offshore. The F250B features a variable trolling rpm switch on the 6Y8 digital tacho which adjusts trolling speed as desired in increments of 50 rpm between 600 and 1000 rpm.
“Yamaha has made numerous technical advancements since the first release of the F250A, so our ground breaking F250 was due for an upgrade,” said Brett Hampson, National Sales and Marketing Manager for Marine Products at Yamaha Motor Australia.
“Boaters will love the smooth power on tap from the F250B with our advanced digital electronic remote control system. For applications where the engine is continually in and out of gear, the digital shift control delivers greater reliability than ever before.”
The ECM onboard the F250B also governs Yamaha’s multi-point fuel injection system which enables precise control of fuel/air mixture depending on the load and speed, to increase combustion efficiency for superior performance.
Quicker acceleration is achieved on the F250B through the use of long air intake manifolds and Variable Camshaft Timing (VCT) to boost low and mid-range torque. The 24-valve Double Over-Head Camshaft also provides greater valve timing control for clean and powerful combustion.
Yamaha’s new F250B is available as two variations, the standard right-rotation propeller and a counter rotation model. Both models offer 25 inch and 30 inch transom versions.
Yamaha outboards are available through an Australia-wide network of authorised Yamaha outboard dealers. All Yamaha 4-stroke outboards are supported with a full 4-year manufacturer’s warranty and all 2-stroke outboards are backed by a 3 year warranty – standard conditions apply.
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