HONDA 60 HP BFP60A1XRT OUTBOARD MOTOR

Description

If you own a pontoon with a 25 inch transom and you have been looking for a 60 horsepower motor that can actually move it with a full crew aboard, stop here. The Honda BFP60A1XRT for sale on this page is Honda’s Power Thrust 60 with the extra long 25 inch shaft, remote control and power trim and tilt. It is built for heavy boats, it is brand new in the crate, and we ship it to buyers around the world.

This page covers the model code, the full specification sheet, what the Power Thrust system does, how the motor behaves, which boats it suits, how to rig it on a pontoon, ownership costs and how our ordering and delivery work. You will find the price and cart button at the top.

The Honda BFP60A1XRT for Sale, Quickly

The Honda BFP60A1XRT for sale is a 60 HP, 998 cc, three cylinder, 12 valve fuel injected four stroke. It uses Honda’s Power Thrust drivetrain, with a larger gearcase, a lower 2.33:1 gear ratio and a bigger propeller. It has a 25 inch shaft, remote steering, power trim and tilt, 50 degrees of steering each way, Easy Dock steering and a 27 amp alternator that gives 22 amps of battery charging. It weighs about 270 pounds dry.

Reading the Model Code

• BF: Honda four stroke.
• P: Power Thrust.
• 60: 60 horsepower.
• A1: series and type.
• X: extra long 25 inch (635 mm) shaft.
• R: remote control.
• T: power trim and tilt.

Honda only builds the Power Thrust in the 25 inch length, not the standard BF60, so if your boat has a 25 inch transom and needs 60 HP, the Honda BFP60A1XRT for sale is the Honda to buy. For 20 inch transoms, the Power Thrust is the Honda BFP60A1LRT.

Specifications of the Honda BFP60A1XRT for Sale

These figures come from Honda’s own BF60 and BFP60 specification page.

Why Pontoons Love Power Thrust

A pontoon is basically a platform on two or three big tubes. It is stable and roomy, but it pushes a lot of water and it gets heavy fast once you add people, furniture, coolers and gear. An ordinary 60 with a small prop can spin its wheels, so to speak, trying to move all that weight.

The Honda BFP60A1XRT for sale answers that with gearing and a bigger prop. The 2.33:1 ratio lets the engine turn a larger diameter propeller within its proper RPM range. More prop area means more water moved with each turn, which means more push. The result is a stronger start from rest, better control at low speed and less strain on the engine when the boat is full.

Steering and Docking

Fifty degrees of steering each way gives you a much tighter turning circle at low speed than a standard remote 60. Combined with Honda’s Easy Dock steering, it makes slipping a long pontoon into a tight berth far less nerve racking. Approach slowly, use short bursts of throttle and let the wide steering angle swing the stern where you want it.

How It Runs

The 998 cc three cylinder is smooth and quiet, with plenty of low end torque. BLAST gives a quicker hole shot when you accelerate hard, and Lean Burn Control helps economy at steady cruise, with Honda claiming up to 20% less fuel than others in its class. On a pontoon, the Honda BFP60A1XRT for sale feels relaxed and unstressed, which is exactly what you want from a motor that is working hard.

Charging Power

The 27 amp alternator sends up to 22 amps to your batteries. Pontoons tend to carry stereos, LED lights, pumps and electronics, so this extra charging really helps. Many owners add a second house battery with a switch, and the Honda BFP60A1XRT for sale can keep both topped up.

Boats That Suit the Honda BFP60A1XRT for Sale

• Pontoons and tritoons with a 25 inch transom rated for 60 HP.
• Heavy work boats and landing craft with tall transoms.
• Houseboat tenders and utility craft.
• Larger sailing catamarans needing strong auxiliary thrust.
• Commercial and rental pontoons that carry many passengers.

Check the capacity plate before buying. If your pontoon needs more power, look at the 25 inch Honda BF90D5XRTA or Honda BF100A1XRT. For lighter boats, the Honda BF50D4XRTA may be enough.

Maintenance

Service the Honda BFP60A1XRT for sale after break-in, then every 100 hours or yearly: 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. Manuals are free on the Honda Marine site.

Warranty

In the US, recreational buyers get five years of coverage, transferable and non-declining, and commercial users get two. Other countries follow local distributor terms. See the Honda warranty page.

Ordering the Honda BFP60A1XRT 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 receive tracking.
5. Arrange to unload the crate on delivery.

International buyers pay any import duties and taxes. We supply the paperwork.

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

What Comes in the Crate

The Honda BFP60A1XRT for sale arrives complete on its 25 inch leg with cowling, owner’s manual and Honda’s standard hardware. Controls, harness, key switch, gauges or display, steering, battery and propeller are separate. Inspect the crate before signing and photograph any damage.

Break-In and First Service

For the first several hours, vary the throttle, avoid long periods at full throttle and don’t hold one RPM for too long. Follow the owner’s manual, then change the oil and filter and check the gearcase oil. This small step helps the Honda BFP60A1XRT for sale last for years.

Choosing the Right Prop

Use a propeller made for the Power Thrust gearcase. At wide open throttle with a typical load, aim for 5,000 to 6,000 RPM. Many pontoon owners find a four blade prop grips better, reduces ventilation in turns and improves slow speed control. Honda’s prop selector helps you choose a starting size.

Rigging on a Pontoon

Check the transom bracket or pod for corrosion and cracks. Follow the pontoon builder’s guidance on motor height. Replace old fuel hoses and fit a water separating filter, since pontoon tanks often sit under the deck with long fuel lines. Consider upgrading tired mechanical steering to take full advantage of the 50 degree steering angle. Tidy wiring, fit a battery switch and consider a second house battery. Place batteries and fuel to keep the boat balanced.

A Typical Pontoon Day

A dozen people aboard, a grill, coolers and pool noodles. You turn the key and the motor starts instantly and quietly. As you push the throttle, the Honda BFP60A1XRT for sale pulls the loaded pontoon away without struggling. You trim out a little, the tubes lift and you settle into an easy cruise. After an afternoon anchored in a cove, the motor fires first time and brings everyone home. At the dock, the wide steering angle lets you swing the stern neatly into the slip. No stress, no drama.

Standard or Power Thrust?

If you have a 25 inch transom and need 60 HP from Honda, the choice is made for you, since the 25 inch version is Power Thrust. But it is still worth understanding why that makes sense. Boats with tall transoms, such as pontoons and work boats, tend to be heavy and slow. They benefit from thrust more than speed. Honda matched the long shaft with the high thrust drivetrain because that is what those boats need.

Fuel, Storage and Salt Water

Use clean fuel through a water separating filter. Before storing, change the oil, stabilise the fuel and run the engine briefly, flush, check the gearcase oil and store trimmed down. In salt water, flush after every trip, check anodes each season and touch up chipped paint. In hot climates, cover the boat and run the engine every couple of weeks.

New Versus Used

Pontoon motors often work hard, and a used one can hide problems. A new Honda BFP60A1XRT for sale starts at zero hours, with a clean history and factory warranty where it applies.

How Big a Pontoon Can a Power Thrust 60 Handle?

This is a common question and there is no single answer, because capacity plates, tube size, deck layout and typical load all vary. As a general guide, many owners find that a Power Thrust 60 is comfortable on pontoons in roughly the 18 to 22 foot range when used for cruising and fishing at relaxed speeds. Larger or heavier pontoons, or owners who want to pull skiers and tubes regularly, usually move up to 90 or 100 HP.

The most important rule is simple: never exceed the horsepower on the capacity plate. After that, think about how you use the boat. If you mostly cruise slowly with friends and fish, the Honda BFP60A1XRT for sale will likely suit you well. If you want speed and watersports, look at the bigger 25 inch motors we stock.

Using Trim on a Pontoon

Trim fully down when you set off. Once moving, trim out a little at a time. You will feel the front of the tubes lift, the steering lighten and the speed rise. Stop when the prop starts to lose grip or the boat starts to porpoise. In choppy water, trim down slightly so the bow does not slap into waves. Small adjustments make a noticeable difference in speed, comfort and fuel use.

Why Honda

Honda built its name on engines, and its outboards draw heavily on its car and power equipment experience. It was also one of the first major outboard brands to commit fully to four strokes. That background shows in how smooth, quiet and dependable its motors are. The Honda BFP60A1XRT for sale pairs that engine with a drivetrain designed for real weight, a combination that makes it a favourite with pontoon owners and work boat operators.

Getting Ready Before It Arrives

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

With that done, the Honda BFP60A1XRT for sale can go on the boat the day it arrives.

Common Mistakes

Ordering a 20 inch motor for a 25 inch transom. Exceeding the capacity rating. Using a standard gearcase prop. Forgetting controls and harness. Mounting on a corroded bracket. Never checking wide open throttle RPM. Skipping the first service. Avoid those and you will be happy with the Honda BFP60A1XRT for sale for many years.

Commercial and Rental Use

Rental fleets and tour operators like the Power Thrust because it moves full boats reliably, starts easily for inexperienced drivers and keeps batteries charged. Note that Honda’s commercial warranty terms are shorter than recreational ones in the US, and terms vary by country, so check with your local distributor.

Service Near You

Honda has marine dealers and distributors in many countries. Look up your nearest service point on Honda’s dealer locator before you order.

Safety

Keep passengers seated inside the rails while moving, never allow anyone near the motor while it is running, wear the kill switch lanyard and carry life jackets for everyone. Honda’s safety tips are worth reading every season.

Performance Data

For real world numbers, Honda publishes test results on many boats at its performance test page. Look for a pontoon or work boat similar to yours to see what the Honda BFP60A1XRT for sale can do.

Keep a Service Log

Record hours, services and parts from day one. It keeps you on schedule, helps any mechanic and adds value when you sell. Honda motors hold their value well, and a documented history makes that even more true.

The Gearcase Explained Simply

If you are not mechanically minded, the idea of gear ratios and gearcases can sound confusing, so here is a plain explanation. Inside the lower unit of every outboard is a set of gears that turn the vertical drive shaft from the engine into horizontal rotation for the propeller. The gear ratio tells you how many times the engine turns for every one turn of the propeller.

On the standard BF60, the engine turns 2.07 times for each turn of the prop. On the Honda BFP60A1XRT for sale, it turns 2.33 times. That means the prop turns a little slower but with more force, a bit like choosing a lower gear on a bicycle when you ride uphill. To make use of that extra force, the Power Thrust gearcase is larger so it can carry a bigger propeller. A bigger prop grabs more water, which is exactly what a heavy pontoon needs.

The trade off is a little less top speed on a light boat. On a heavy boat, the Power Thrust is often actually faster, because the standard motor struggles to reach its best RPM.

Charging and Accessories

The 27 amp alternator is one of the biggest in its class. With 22 amps going to battery charging, the Honda BFP60A1XRT for sale keeps up with stereos, LED lighting, pumps, electronics and phone chargers. If you run a lot of accessories, fit a battery switch and a second house battery so your starting battery is always protected.

Living With It Long Term

Over the years, expect a yearly service, a new water pump impeller every few years, anodes as they wear, plugs and filters, and a timing belt at the interval Honda gives. Fuel costs stay reasonable thanks to fuel injection and Lean Burn Control. Honda motors hold their value, so a well kept Honda BFP60A1XRT for sale with service records will help your pontoon sell when you are ready to move on.

Why Buy From Us

We ship genuine new Honda motors in their factory crates to customers worldwide. We help you choose the right model and shaft length, advise on props and rigging, and handle shipping paperwork. If you have any doubt about whether the Honda BFP60A1XRT for sale suits your boat, send us the details and we will give you a straight answer.

Weight on a Pontoon Transom

At about 270 pounds, the Honda BFP60A1XRT for sale is heavier than the 50 HP motors but still reasonable for a Power Thrust 60 with a long shaft. On a pontoon, the extra weight is spread across two or three tubes, so it rarely causes problems. It is still worth thinking about balance. Move the battery forward if the boat sits tail low, place the fuel tank sensibly, and ask passengers to spread out rather than crowding the stern. A balanced pontoon planes more easily, rides better and uses less fuel.

Houseboat Tenders and Displacement Boats

Not every heavy boat planes. Houseboat tenders, workboats and some catamarans run at displacement speeds, pushing through the water rather than riding on top of it. For those boats, thrust and low speed control matter far more than top speed. The lower gearing and larger prop of the Honda BFP60A1XRT for sale suit that kind of use very well. Choose a lower pitch prop so the engine can reach its proper RPM range even when pushing a heavy displacement hull, and you will get good control and sensible fuel use.

A Note on Warranty Registration

Wherever you are, register your new motor with the local Honda distributor if registration is available in your country. It helps with warranty claims and makes sure you hear about any service updates. Keep your purchase paperwork safe along with your service log.

Who Buys the Honda BFP60A1XRT for Sale

Families with mid size pontoons, marinas and lake rental businesses, tour operators, houseboat owners who need a strong tender, aquaculture crews, and cruising catamaran owners who want dependable auxiliary thrust. What they share is a heavy boat, a 25 inch transom and a need for a motor that simply works every time. For them, this Power Thrust 60 hits the mark.

Before You Click Buy

Measure your transom one last time, confirm the capacity plate allows 60 HP, and make a list of the controls, harness and prop you need. If anything is unclear, send us a message with photos of your boat. A two minute check now saves weeks of hassle later, and it makes sure the Honda BFP60A1XRT for sale is exactly the right motor for you.

Similar Honda Outboards

• Honda BFP60A1LRT: Power Thrust 60, 20 inch.
• Honda BF60A1LRT: standard 60, 20 inch.
• Honda BF50D4XRTA: 50 HP, 25 inch.
• Honda BF90D5XRTA: 90 HP, 25 inch.
• Honda BF100A1XRT: 100 HP, 25 inch.

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FAQ: Honda BFP60A1XRT for Sale

Is it new?

Yes. The Honda BFP60A1XRT for sale is new, crated and never mounted.

What shaft length?

25 inches.

Weight?

About 270 pounds dry.

Is a standard 60 available with a 25 inch shaft?

Honda lists the 25 inch 60 only in the Power Thrust version.

Is it good for a pontoon?

Yes, it is designed with pontoons in mind.

Worldwide shipping?

Yes.

Buy the Honda BFP60A1XRT for Sale

For a 25 inch transom pontoon or heavy boat rated at 60 HP, the Honda BFP60A1XRT for sale gives you real thrust, strong charging and easy docking. Add it to your cart, or contact us with questions first.

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