HONDA 135 HP BF135A2XCA OUTBOARD MOTOR

Description

The 135 to 150 horsepower range is where a mid size boat stops feeling underpowered with a full load and starts feeling properly quick. The Honda BF135A2XCA for sale on this page is Honda’s 135 HP four stroke with a 25 inch (X) shaft in counter rotating form. It is brand new in the factory crate and we ship it to buyers all over the world.

Below you will find what the model code means, the full specifications, how the engine performs, which boats it suits, how it should be rigged, what it costs to own and how ordering works. The price and cart are at the top of the page.

The Honda BF135A2XCA for sale at a Glance

The Honda BF135A2XCA for sale is a 135 HP, 2.4 litre (2,354 cc) in-line four cylinder four stroke with double overhead cams, 16 valves and programmed fuel injection, plus VTEC. It uses Honda’s BLAST and Lean Burn Control systems, has power trim and tilt as standard, and a 25 inch (X) shaft. It runs on regular 86 octane fuel.

What the Model Code Means

• BF: Honda four stroke outboard.
• 135: 135 horsepower.
• A2: design series and generation.
• X: shaft length, 25 inch (X).
• C: counter rotation, meaning the prop turns the opposite way for twin engine setups.
• A: market or variant designation.

Related models: the standard rotation Honda BF135A2XA to pair it with, and the counter rotating 150 Honda BF150A2XCA.

Specifications of the Honda BF135A2XCA for sale

Figures are based on Honda’s official BF115, BF140 and BF150 specification page. The BF135 shares the 2.4 litre VTEC platform of the BF140 and BF150 shown there. Your owner’s manual gives exact figures for your model year.

The Engine Behind the Honda BF135A2XCA for sale

Honda’s 2.4 litre in-line four is a big displacement engine for its power class. That means it makes strong torque low down, which you feel as easy acceleration and relaxed cruising with a load aboard. Double overhead cams and 16 valves let it breathe well, and programmed fuel injection gives clean starts and crisp throttle response. VTEC adds a more aggressive intake cam profile at higher RPM for stronger top end.

BLAST and Lean Burn Control

BLAST, Boosted Low Speed Torque, briefly advances the ignition timing and enriches the mixture when you push the throttle forward quickly. The boat gets up on plane faster, which is noticeable with a full load or when pulling a skier. Lean Burn Control uses an oxygen sensor to lean the mixture at steady cruise. Honda says its engines use up to 20% less fuel than comparable outboards at cruise speed. On a boat that does long runs, that adds up to a lot of money over a season with the Honda BF135A2XCA for sale.

Charging and Electronics

Honda’s 2.4 litre family has a high output alternator, with up to 40 amps for battery charging on the current range. That keeps big multifunction displays, radar, livewells, pumps, lights and stereos running without draining your batteries. The engine is NMEA 2000 compatible, so RPM, fuel flow, temperature and alarms can be shown on a compatible chartplotter.

Shaft Length

The 25 inch shaft suits boats with a 25 inch transom, which covers most centre consoles, bay boats, walkarounds and pontoons in this power range. Measure your transom height or check the builder’s specification before ordering. Getting this wrong is the most expensive mistake a buyer can make.

Controls and Rigging

This motor is steered and controlled from the helm. You will need matching Honda controls, cables or harness, and gauges or an NMEA 2000 display. Tell us what is on your boat now and we will tell you what you need.

Counter Rotation for Twin Engine Boats

On a twin engine boat, running one standard and one counter rotating motor cancels out the sideways push, or prop walk, that a single propeller creates. The boat tracks straighter, steers more evenly and handles better in turns and at low speed. The Honda BF135A2XCA for sale turns its prop the opposite way to a standard motor, so it is normally paired with a standard rotation twin of the same model. You will need a left hand propeller to match.

Boats That Suit the Honda BF135A2XCA for sale

• Twin engine centre consoles and bay boats around 22 to 26 feet.
• Twin engine catamarans and walkarounds with 25 inch transoms.
• Commercial and patrol boats running twin 135s.
• Repowers of existing twin rigs.

Always check the boat’s capacity plate for maximum horsepower and engine weight. Honda publishes real boat tests on its performance test page, which is a good way to see what a motor this size does on a hull like yours.

Weight on the Transom

At under 500 pounds, the 2.4 litre four is light for its power class, which helps the boat sit level and plane easily. On repowers from older, heavier motors, you may find the boat handles better with the Honda.

Rigging and Installation

A motor this size should be rigged by a qualified marine technician. The job includes lifting and mounting the motor at the right height, hydraulic steering, controls, harnesses, gauges or displays, batteries and fuel system with a water separating filter, followed by a water test to check RPM and trim. Start with the anti ventilation plate roughly level with the bottom of the hull or slightly above, then adjust based on testing. A good rigger will fine tune motor height and prop choice to get the best from the Honda BF135A2XCA for sale.

Choosing a Propeller

No propeller is supplied as standard on remote motors of this size, because the right one depends on hull, weight and use. Most owners choose a stainless steel prop for strength and performance. At wide open throttle with your normal load, the engine should reach 5,000 to 6,000 RPM. Below that, drop pitch; above it, go up. Remember you need a left hand (counter rotating) prop. Honda’s propeller selector is a good starting point.

Getting the Best From Power Trim

Trim fully down for take off, then trim out in small steps once on plane until the boat runs freely and the steering lightens. Stop before the bow starts to bounce or the prop slips. Trim down into a head sea and slightly up in a following sea. Good trim use can add real speed and cut fuel use noticeably on a boat of this size.

Maintenance and Running Costs

Plan on a service after break-in and then every 100 hours or once a year: engine oil and filter, gearcase oil, spark plugs, fuel filters, anodes and grease points. Inspect the timing belt, water pump impeller and thermostat at the intervals in the owner’s manual. Honda designed its big outboards for easy access to routine service items, which keeps labour costs down. Owner’s manuals are free on the Honda Marine manuals page, and warranty details are on the Honda warranty page. In the US, Honda offers five years of recreational cover; elsewhere the local distributor sets the terms.

A Day on the Water

Your twin engine centre console heads offshore at dawn. The pair of 135s, one standard and one Honda BF135A2XCA for sale, start together and settle into a smooth idle. Pushing the throttles forward, the boat climbs onto plane cleanly and tracks straight without constant steering correction, because the props turn in opposite directions. You run forty minutes to the fishing grounds at a relaxed cruise, fish all day and run home in a building sea, the boat holding its line through the chop.

Who Buys the Honda BF135A2XCA for sale

Owners of twin engine centre consoles, bay boats and catamarans, and commercial operators running twin 135s. They need a counter rotating motor to pair with a standard one so the boat tracks straight and handles evenly.

Is the Honda BF135A2XCA for sale Right for You?

If you run twin engines on a boat with 25 inch transoms and need a counter rotating 135, the answer is yes. Pair it with a standard rotation BF135A2XA. For a single engine boat, choose the standard rotation model instead.

Break-In and the First Service

New engines need a gentle start. Run the motor at a mix of speeds for the first few hours, keep long full throttle runs to a minimum and follow the break-in section of the owner’s manual. Then do the first oil and filter change and check the gearcase oil. It takes little time and money, and it sets the Honda BF135A2XCA for sale up for a long life.

Fuel Quality Wherever You Boat

Clean fuel keeps any outboard happy. In hot, humid places, or wherever fuel is stored in drums, water finds its way into tanks. Run the Honda BF135A2XCA for sale through a water separating filter, look at the bowl before each trip, and replace the element on schedule. Fill up at busy stations and don’t leave fuel sitting in a tank for months without a stabiliser.

Fuel injection is precise and reliable, but injectors are small and don’t like dirt or water. Good filtration is the best protection you can give them.

Salt Water Care

Salt is hard on every engine. After each trip in salt or brackish water, flush the Honda BF135A2XCA for sale with fresh water, rinse the outside, and keep an eye on the anodes. Replace them once they are roughly half gone. Paint chips on the gearcase should be touched up quickly, and a corrosion inhibitor spray on the powerhead now and then helps a lot.

Storage Between Seasons

For a long layup, change the oil, deal with the fuel as the manual describes, flush the engine and check the gearcase oil for any sign of water. Store the motor trimmed or stood so the lower unit drains. In warm, damp places, cover the boat and start the engine every couple of weeks.

New Versus Used

A second hand motor comes with questions nobody can answer for certain: missed services, salt damage, an overheat years ago. Buying the Honda BF135A2XCA for sale new means zero hours, a known history and factory cover where it applies.

Why Honda

Decades of building car, motorcycle and generator engines sit behind every Honda outboard. The company committed to four strokes long before most rivals, and that head start shows in how quiet, economical and dependable its motors are.

Service and Parts Near You

Honda has marine dealers and distributors in many countries, and routine parts such as filters, plugs, anodes and impellers are widely stocked. Look up your nearest service point on Honda’s dealer locator or through your local distributor before you order.

Safety

Wear the kill switch lanyard whenever the engine is running. Carry life jackets for everyone, a way to call for help and basic tools and spares. Check fuel and oil before every trip and tell someone your plans. Honda’s boating safety tips are worth a read at the start of each season.

Keep a Service Log

A simple notebook or phone note with hours, services and parts is worth its weight in gold. It reminds you what is due, helps your mechanic, and makes the Honda BF135A2XCA for sale easier to sell for a good price one day.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Ordering the wrong shaft length. Ignoring the capacity plate. Forgetting controls, harness or a battery where needed. Mounting a new motor on a damaged transom. Never checking wide open throttle RPM after fitting a prop. Skipping the first service. Letting fuel go stale. Each is easy to avoid, and avoiding them keeps the Honda BF135A2XCA for sale running well for years.

Why Buy From Us

We are an online outboard dealer shipping to customers around the world. We sell genuine new Honda motors in their factory crates, help you choose the right model and shaft length, and assist with shipping and customs paperwork. If you are unsure whether the Honda BF135A2XCA for sale suits your boat, send us photos and details before you order and we will give you a straight answer.

Getting Ready Before the Motor Arrives

Shipping takes time, especially across borders, so use the wait well. When the crate lands you want to fit the motor and go, not start ordering parts.

• Measure the transom height and confirm the shaft length.
• Check the capacity plate for maximum horsepower and engine weight.
• Inspect the transom for soft spots, cracks or corrosion and repair them.
• Replace old fuel hoses and fit a water separating fuel filter.
• Order controls, harness, key switch, gauges or a display, and check the steering.
• Charge or buy a good marine battery, box and cables.
• Pick a first propeller to try.
• Book a qualified rigger and plan how the crate will be unloaded.

Weight and Balance

Where you put the battery, fuel and passengers makes a real difference to how the boat runs. A tail heavy boat squats, planes slowly and burns more fuel. Keep heavy items forward of the transom where you can and spread passengers sensibly.

Real World Performance

Top speed and fuel use depend on hull, load, prop, motor height and trim, so any single number is only a guide. Honda publishes real test results, with speed, RPM, fuel flow and the prop used, on its performance test page. Look for a boat similar to yours for a realistic idea of what to expect from the Honda BF135A2XCA for sale.

Trailering

For trailering, tilt the motor up and support it with the tilt lock or a transom saver bar so the lower unit clears the road and the bracket isn’t taking every bump. Remove the key where fitted and disconnect a portable fuel tank. At the ramp, only lower the motor once the water is deep enough to cover the cooling water intake.

Spares Worth Keeping Aboard

A spare spark plug, a fuel filter element, a spare prop nut and cotter pin, and the basic tools to fit them take up almost no space. Read the owner’s manual section on emergency starting before your first trip, so you know what to do if the battery ever fails. Far from help, those few items can save your day.

Living With It Long Term

Over years of ownership, expect a yearly service with oil, filter and gearcase oil, a water pump impeller every few years depending on conditions, anodes as they wear, and plugs and filters. That is about it. Well kept Honda four strokes are known for running a long time with that kind of care, and their fuel bills are modest.

Commercial and Rental Use

Marinas, lodges, fish farms and rental fleets run Honda outboards because they start easily and keep going. If you plan to use the motor commercially, check the warranty terms in your country, since commercial cover is usually shorter than recreational cover, and keep closely to the service schedule.

Resale Value

Honda outboards are always in demand on the used market because people know how long they last. Keep your receipts and a simple service record, and the Honda BF135A2XCA for sale will hold its value well and help your boat sell when the time comes.

Choosing the Right Horsepower

Always start with your boat’s capacity plate. It lists the maximum horsepower and, on many boats, the maximum engine weight. Never go over it; it is there for safety, and in many countries it is also a legal and insurance matter. Within that limit, think about how you use the boat. Regular heavy loads, rough water or long runs favour the upper end of the rating. Light, relaxed use favours the lower end and saves money.

Register Your Motor

Wherever you live, register your new outboard with the local Honda distributor if registration is offered in your country. It makes warranty claims simpler and means you hear about any service updates. Keep your purchase papers with your service log.

Getting Help Before You Buy

Not sure about shaft length, starting type, controls or shipping? Send us a message with photos of your boat. We would much rather answer a few questions now than have you wait weeks for the wrong motor.

Ordering the Honda BF135A2XCA for sale

1. Add it to your cart, or contact us first with questions about fit, controls or shipping.
2. We confirm stock, your address and the delivery method.
3. The motor ships in its Honda crate with extra protection where needed.
4. You get tracking details.
5. The crate is heavy, so arrange a forklift or suitable equipment to unload it, and check it before signing.

International buyers pay any import duties and taxes charged by their country. We supply the paperwork customs needs.

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Similar Honda Outboards

• Honda BF135A2LA: 135 HP, 20 inch
• Honda BF135A2XA: 135 HP, 25 inch
• Honda BF150A2LA: 150 HP, 20 inch
• Honda BF115D1XA: 115 HP, 25 inch

Questions About the Honda BF135A2XCA for sale

Is it new?

Yes. The Honda BF135A2XCA for sale is brand new in the factory crate.

What shaft length is it?

25 inch (X).

Is a propeller included?

No. We can help you choose one.

What fuel does it use?

Regular unleaded, 86 octane.

Is it counter rotating?

Yes. It is designed to pair with a standard rotation twin.

Do you ship worldwide?

Yes. Ask us for a delivery estimate to your country.

Buy the Honda BF135A2XCA for sale

For a boat with a 25 inch transom rated at 135 HP, the Honda BF135A2XCA for sale gives you strong, smooth and economical Honda power. Add it to your cart, or contact us first with any questions.

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