HONDA 60 HP BFP60A1LRT OUTBOARD MOTOR

Description

Heavy boats need a different kind of motor. A loaded pontoon, a work skiff with a deck full of gear or a big aluminium boat with a crew aboard doesn’t care much about top speed. It needs thrust: the ability to push a lot of weight through the water, get moving from a standstill and hold a steady speed without the engine screaming. That is what the Honda BFP60A1LRT for sale on this page is built for. It is Honda’s 60 HP Power Thrust four stroke with a 20 inch shaft, remote control and power trim and tilt. It is new in the crate and we ship it worldwide.

Below you will find what makes the Power Thrust different, the full specifications, how it performs, which boats need it, running costs, rigging tips and how to order. The price is at the top of the page.

What the Honda BFP60A1LRT for Sale Is

The Honda BFP60A1LRT for sale is a 60 HP, 998 cc, three cylinder, 12 valve fuel injected four stroke outboard. What sets it apart is the Power Thrust drivetrain: a larger gearcase, a lower 2.33:1 gear ratio and a bigger propeller. It also has a stronger 27 amp alternator with 22 amps of battery charging, 50 degrees of steering in each direction and Honda’s Easy Dock steering. It has a 20 inch shaft and weighs about 256 pounds dry.

Decoding BFP60A1LRT

• BF: Honda four stroke outboard.
• P: Power Thrust, the high thrust version.
• 60: 60 horsepower.
• A1: series and type.
• L: 20 inch (508 mm) shaft.
• R: remote control.
• T: power trim and tilt.

The P is the letter that matters. Without it, as in the Honda BF60A1LRT, you get the standard 60, which is lighter and geared for speed. With it, you get the Honda BFP60A1LRT for sale, geared for pushing weight. Need 25 inches? The Honda BFP60A1XRT is the extra long shaft Power Thrust.

Specifications of the Honda BFP60A1LRT for Sale

These figures are from Honda’s official BF60 and BFP60 specification page.

What Power Thrust Actually Does

Think of Power Thrust like a lower gear in a truck. The engine makes the same 60 horsepower, but a lower gear ratio (2.33:1 instead of 2.07:1) and a larger propeller turn that power into more push at lower boat speeds. A bigger prop moves more water with each turn, and the lower gearing lets the engine reach its proper RPM range while spinning that big prop.

On a heavy boat, that means a stronger start from rest, better control at low speed, less strain on the engine and the ability to hold speed with a full load. On a light, fast boat, it would be the wrong choice, because the standard 60 would be quicker. The Honda BFP60A1LRT for sale is built for boats where thrust matters more than top speed.

Easy Dock Steering and 50 Degrees of Turn

Docking a big pontoon in wind is one of the harder parts of boating. The Power Thrust helps in two ways. First, it can turn 50 degrees each way, compared with 30 for the standard remote BF60. That wider angle lets you swing the stern around more sharply when manoeuvring at low speed. Second, Honda includes an Easy Dock steering feature on the BFP60 to make marina handling simpler on larger boats.

More Charging Power

The Honda BFP60A1LRT for sale has a 27 amp alternator that sends up to 22 amps to your batteries. Pontoons and work boats often carry more electrical gear than small fishing boats: stereos with amplifiers, LED lighting, pumps, winches and electronics. The extra charging capacity helps keep batteries healthy through a long day.

How It Runs

The 998 cc three cylinder is smooth and quiet, with strong low and mid range torque. BLAST gives a harder hole shot when you accelerate quickly. Lean Burn Control uses an oxygen sensor to run leaner at steady cruise, with Honda claiming up to 20% less fuel than competitors at cruise speed. Put together with the Power Thrust gearing, the result is a motor that moves heavy boats confidently without feeling strained.

Boats That Need the Honda BFP60A1LRT for Sale

• Pontoons with a 20 inch transom and a 60 HP rating, especially larger or heavily loaded ones.
• Work skiffs carrying tools, materials or catch.
• Heavy aluminium boats used for guiding or with large crews.
• Landing craft and utility barges with modest speed needs.
• Houseboat tenders and similar displacement boats.

Always check your capacity plate. If your pontoon needs more than 60 HP, the Honda BF75D4LRTA and BF90D5LRTA are the next steps up.

Maintenance

Service the Honda BFP60A1LRT for sale after break-in, then every 100 hours or yearly. That covers engine oil and filter, gearcase oil, plugs, fuel filter, anodes, grease points and trim fluid. Replace the water pump impeller and inspect the timing belt at the intervals in the owner’s manual. Flush after salt or dirty water. Owner’s manuals are free on the Honda Marine site.

Warranty

US recreational buyers get five years of coverage, transferable and non-declining, with two years for commercial use. Elsewhere, terms depend on the local distributor. See the Honda warranty page.

Ordering the Honda BFP60A1LRT for Sale

1. Add to cart, or contact us first.
2. We confirm stock, address and shipping.
3. The motor ships in its Honda crate.
4. You get tracking.
5. Arrange to unload the crate on delivery.

International buyers pay any import duties and taxes. We provide the documents.

See all Honda outboard motors, the 60 HP Honda outboards page, or the full shop.

Power Thrust or Standard 60: A Clear Way to Decide

Because the standard BF60 and the Honda BFP60A1LRT for sale share the same engine, people often ask whether the Power Thrust is really worth the extra weight and cost. Here is a practical way to decide.

Choose the Power Thrust if your boat is a pontoon, especially over about 18 feet; if you regularly carry six or more people; if you run a work boat with heavy loads; if you often go slowly with a lot of weight; or if you need more charging for a large electrical load.

Choose the standard BF60 if your boat is a light aluminium V-hull or a small runabout, if you mostly run with one to three people, and if top speed matters more to you than thrust.

If you put a standard 60 on a heavy pontoon, the engine often struggles to reach its proper RPM range, the hole shot is weak and fuel economy suffers because the engine is working hard all the time. The Power Thrust fixes that. On the other hand, putting a Power Thrust on a light fast boat gives up some top speed you would otherwise have. Match the motor to the boat and both are excellent.

What Comes in the Crate

The Honda BFP60A1LRT for sale arrives complete on its 20 inch leg with cowling, owner’s manual and Honda’s standard hardware. Remote controls, harness, key switch, gauges or a display, steering, battery and propeller are separate. Check the crate before signing and photograph any damage.

Break-In

Vary your throttle for the first several hours, avoid long runs at full throttle and don’t hold one RPM for too long. Then change the oil and filter and check the gearcase oil. Follow the owner’s manual for the exact procedure.

Choosing a Prop for Power Thrust

The Power Thrust gearcase takes a larger diameter propeller than the standard 60. At wide open throttle with a typical load, aim for 5,000 to 6,000 RPM. Pontoons usually need lower pitch, and many owners find that a four blade prop grips better, reduces ventilation in turns and improves low speed control. Honda’s prop selector helps you start in the right range.

Rigging on a Pontoon

On most pontoons, the transom bracket or pod sets the motor height, so follow the builder’s guidance. Check the bracket for corrosion and cracks before mounting. Replace old fuel hoses and fit a water separating filter; pontoon tanks often sit under the deck with long fuel runs. Consider upgrading tired mechanical steering, especially with the wider 50 degree steering angle of the Honda BFP60A1LRT for sale. Tidy the wiring and fit a battery switch. Place batteries and fuel to keep the boat balanced.

Docking a Pontoon More Easily

With 50 degrees of steering and Easy Dock steering, the Power Thrust gives you more control at slow speed. Approach the dock slowly and at a shallow angle, use short bursts of throttle rather than constant power, and use the wide steering angle to swing the stern in. In a crosswind, approach from downwind where possible. Practise on a calm day and docking soon becomes much less stressful.

A Day on the Water

Ten people, a grill, a cooler and bags of towels. With an ordinary 60, the pontoon would crawl onto plane with its nose high. With the Honda BFP60A1LRT for sale, you push the throttle and the boat moves off with authority, climbing to a comfortable speed without the engine sounding strained. You cruise across the lake at a relaxed RPM, anchor in a cove for the afternoon, and when it is time to leave, the motor starts first time. Back at the dock, the wide steering angle lets you slip neatly into your slip. That is what Power Thrust is for.

Fuel, Storage and Salt Water

Keep fuel clean and fresh with a water separating filter. Before a long layup, change the oil, stabilise the fuel and run the engine briefly, flush the cooling system, check the gearcase oil and store trimmed down. In salt water, flush after every trip, check anodes each season and repair chipped paint. In hot climates, cover the boat and run the engine every couple of weeks.

Using the Honda BFP60A1LRT for Sale on a Work Boat

Pontoons get most of the attention, but the Honda BFP60A1LRT for sale is just as useful on working boats. Oyster and mussel farmers, fish farm crews, dock builders, researchers, ferry operators on small crossings and marina service boats all share the same need: move a heavy load reliably, day after day, without drama.

The Power Thrust gearing helps a work boat get moving with a deck full of gear and keeps the engine in a healthy RPM range at modest speeds. The stronger alternator supports pumps, winches and lights. The wide steering angle helps in tight harbours. And Honda’s fuel injection and simple service layout keep downtime low, which matters when the boat earns its keep.

For commercial and rental use, note that Honda’s US warranty terms differ from recreational terms. Check with your local distributor what applies to your use.

Why Honda for Heavy Boats

Honda was one of the first major outboard makers to go fully four stroke. Its engines borrow heavily from its car and power equipment experience, so they tend to be smooth, quiet and long lived. On a heavy boat, where the motor works hard every trip, that durability matters even more. The Honda BFP60A1LRT for sale combines that engine know-how with a drivetrain designed specifically to handle weight.

New Versus Used

A used Power Thrust might look like a saving, but heavy boat motors often live hard lives. You rarely know if it was serviced on time, flushed after salt or overloaded. A new Honda BFP60A1LRT for sale starts at zero hours, with a clean history and factory warranty coverage where it applies.

Preparing Before Delivery

• Remove the old motor and inspect the bracket or transom.
• Replace fuel hoses and fit a water separating filter.
• Decide on steering, controls, harness and gauges.
• Charge or replace batteries, and consider a battery switch.
• Choose a first prop suited to Power Thrust.
• Book a rigger.

With that done, the Honda BFP60A1LRT for sale can go straight on when it arrives.

Common Mistakes

Buying a standard 60 for a heavy pontoon, then wondering why it struggles. Ordering the wrong shaft length. Exceeding the capacity rating. Using a small prop meant for the standard gearcase. Forgetting controls and harness. Mounting on a corroded bracket. Skipping the first oil change. Avoid these and the Power Thrust will serve you very well.

Service Near You

Honda has marine dealers and distributors in many countries, and routine parts are widely stocked. Find your nearest service point on Honda’s dealer locator before you order.

Safety on a Pontoon

Keep passengers seated inside the rails while under way, especially at the bow. Never let anyone ride on the front deck outside the rails or near the motor while it is running. Wear the kill switch lanyard. Carry enough life jackets for everyone, including the right sizes for children. Honda’s safety tips are a good refresher.

Using Trim on a Pontoon

Start with the motor trimmed down for take off. Once moving, trim out a little at a time. You will feel the tubes lift, the steering lighten and the speed rise slightly. Stop before the prop starts to slip. In chop, trim down a touch to keep the bow from slapping. Small trim changes make a big difference on pontoons.

Keep a Service Log

Write down hours, services and parts from day one. It helps you keep on schedule, helps your mechanic and adds value when you sell. A well documented Honda BFP60A1LRT for sale is an easy sell to the next owner.

Real World Performance Data

Honda publishes real test results for its outboards on many different boats, including speed at each RPM, fuel flow and the prop used. If you want an idea of what the Honda BFP60A1LRT for sale will do on your pontoon or work boat, look for a similar hull on the Honda performance test page. Real numbers from a comparable boat are much more useful than general claims.

Living With the Motor Long Term

Over ten years, a typical owner of the Honda BFP60A1LRT for sale will service it yearly, replace the water pump impeller every few years, change anodes as they wear, replace plugs and filters, and inspect and replace the timing belt at Honda’s intervals. Fuel costs stay reasonable thanks to fuel injection and Lean Burn Control, even on a heavy boat. Honda motors hold their value well, so a well kept Power Thrust with service records is easy to sell when you move on.

Who Buys the Power Thrust

Families with bigger pontoons, marina and rental operators, fishing guides with heavy aluminium boats, aquaculture and work boat crews, and houseboat owners who need a dependable tender. They all want the same thing: a motor that moves a heavy boat without struggling and starts every single time. That is what the Honda BFP60A1LRT for sale delivers.

Why Buy From Us

We are an online outboard dealer shipping worldwide. We sell genuine new Honda motors in their factory crates, and we are happy to help you choose between the standard and Power Thrust versions, pick the right shaft length and plan your rigging. We also help with shipping and customs paperwork so the Honda BFP60A1LRT for sale reaches you smoothly.

Charging for a Loaded Pontoon

Modern pontoons often carry a surprising electrical load: a stereo with an amplifier and several speakers, LED under-deck and courtesy lights, navigation lights, a fish finder, a bilge pump, USB chargers for phones and sometimes a small fridge. A motor that can’t keep up leaves you with a flat battery at the end of the day. The 27 amp alternator on the Honda BFP60A1LRT for sale, with 22 amps going to the battery, is one of the strongest in its class and is a big reason pontoon owners pick it. Pair it with a good battery switch and, if you run lots of accessories, a second house battery, and you won’t need to worry about power.

Tips for Getting the Most From Power Thrust

Use a prop designed for the Power Thrust gearcase. Keep the boat balanced so it doesn’t run tail heavy. Trim out a little once moving to lift the tubes. Service the motor on time, and replace the water pump impeller before it becomes a problem. Do those things and the Honda BFP60A1LRT for sale will move your boat confidently for many seasons.

A Note on Resale

Honda outboards hold their value well because buyers know how long they last. Keep your receipts and a simple log from day one, and the Honda BFP60A1LRT for sale will help your pontoon or work boat sell faster when the time comes.

Similar Honda Outboards

• Honda BFP60A1XRT: Power Thrust 60, 25 inch shaft.
• Honda BF60A1LRT: standard 60, 20 inch.
• Honda BF75D4LRTA: 75 HP.
• Honda BF90D5LRTA: 90 HP.
• Honda BF50D4LRTA: 50 HP.

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FAQ: Honda BFP60A1LRT for Sale

Is it new?

Yes. The Honda BFP60A1LRT for sale is new in the factory crate.

What does Power Thrust mean?

A larger gearcase, lower gear ratio and bigger prop for more thrust on heavy boats.

Shaft length?

20 inches. The 25 inch version is the BFP60A1XRT.

Weight?

About 256 pounds dry.

Is it good for pontoons?

Yes. It is designed with pontoons and heavy boats in mind.

Worldwide shipping?

Yes.

Buy the Honda BFP60A1LRT for Sale

If you have a heavy boat with a 20 inch transom and a 60 HP rating, the Honda BFP60A1LRT for sale gives you the thrust, charging and low speed control that a standard 60 cannot. Add it to your cart, or contact us first.

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