2002 75hp Honda, the good, the bad?

[Quin]

I am currently looking at this motor to put on a 16ft aluminum boat,should one look at others or is this a proven motor? Anything I should be aware of?

 

[JerseyJim]

Re: 2002 75hp Honda, the good, the bad?

the late model hondas are supposedly some of the best motors around... i would jump on it...

 

[Hawaiian]

Re: 2002 75hp Honda, the good, the bad?

I also believe Honda's are excellent motors. 2 strokes are a little lighter and provide a little better performance but are not as fuel efficient or quiet as 4 strokes. If your boat can handle the weight, (373 lbs) I would buy the Honda 90 because it weighs the same as the 75

 

[JB]

Re: 2002 75hp Honda, the good, the bad?

The good: <br />Hondas are VERY reliable, and they are 4 strokes. Being 4 strokes they are quiet, smooth, clean, economical, smoke free and user friendly.<br /><br />Not quite as good: They are carbureted and not computer controlled, which makes them less economical, user friendly and clean than a fuel injected, computer controlled engine.<br /><br />Not good: At 373lb, the BF75 is the heaviest outboard available in that power range. It is also the most expensive.<br /><br />Bottom line? I think the EFI Merc 60hp or the EFI Suzuki DF70 would be a smarter choicce.<br /><br />Good luck.