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Honda 5 HP (15") Shaft Gas Powered Outboard Motor

Name: Honda 5 HP (15") Shaft Gas Powered Outboard Motor
Brand: Honda Marine
SKU: 72661
Rating: 4.16 (37 reviews)

Model:

BF5DHSHNA

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Honda 5 HP (15") Shaft Gas Powered Outboard Motor

Model: BF5DHSHNA

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BF5 Portable Outboard Motor w/ 15" Transom
4-stroke design for superior fuel efficiency, with no oil mixing
Water-cooled, single cylinder design for better low- to mid-range power
Low vibration for a comfortable ride
Digital CD Ignition For Quick & Easy Starts
Ideal for small tenders, sailboats, jon boats, and skiffs
Large Capacity Internal Fuel Tank
1.5L fuel tank provides enough fuel for over 40 minutes of wide open throttle
Precise Twist-Grip Throttle Control
Throttle tensioner minimizes driver fatigue
Dependable And Compact
Easy to transport (60 pounds)
Includes a front mounted carrying handle
Tiller folds up or down for easy stowing
Low Oil Warning System
Protects the engine from severe damage
F-N-R Gearshift
Forward, neutral, and reverse shifting
A safety lockout system allows the engine to be started in neutral gear only
Optional 6-Amp Charging System Is Sold Separately - Must Be Installed By A Dealer
Transferable Warranty! 3 Years for Non-Commercial/Non-Rental. 1 Year for Commercial/Rental. 1 Year for Government Agencies.
The motor is NOT capable of remote operation, tiller handle control use ONLY
***State Registrations Take 2-3 Weeks To Arrive After Request***

California residents see

Warning: This product can expose you to chemicals including Soots, tars, and mineral oils (untreated and mildly treated oils and used engine oils) which is known to the State of California to cause Cancer.

For more information go to: www.p65Warnings.ca.gov

Specifications

BF5DHSHNA

General Information

Product Category

Outboard Motor

Engine

CARB Compliant

Yes

Fuel System

Carbureted

Engine Brand

Honda

Engine Type

4-Stroke OHV

Cylinder Count

1 Cylinder

Horsepower

Engine Displacement

127 CCs

Bore & Stroke

2.4 x 1.8 Inches

Full Throttle RPM Range

4,500-5,500

Starting System

Recoil

Cooling System

Water Cooled

Ignition System

Digital CDI

Exhaust System

Under Water, Above Propeller

Power Tilt

Tilt Range

70 °

Power Thrust

External Fuel Tank

Power Trim

Trim Range

5 Stage: 5 -9 -13 -17 -21

Fuel

Unleaded 86 octane

Fuel Tank Capacity

.39 US gal

Oil Recommended Viscosity

10W-30 Marine Oil

Oil Pressure Alert

Yes

Engine Oil Capacity

.56 US qt. (18 oz.)

Engine Oil Included

Drive

Steering

Tiller

Gear Ratio

2.08:1

Gear Shift

F-N-R

Propeller Blades

Propeller Material

Aluminum

Transom Height

15 Inches

Overview

Product Category

Outboard Motor

Weight

60 Pounds

Consumer Warranty

5 Years

Product Width

13.66 Inches

UPC

786102006163

Additional Model Numbers

BF5SHNA, BF5DHSHNA

Reviews

(37)

Honda Marine BF5DHSHNA Reviews & Ratings

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Verified Buyer

Leaks On Its Side

By Donald M.

Idaho

Purchased 08/06/2023 |

Review Posted 10/13/2023

Overall, I'm happy with this purchase. It started easily, restarted easily, runs smoothly and quietly, and delivered decent power. It mounts right up to my boat and with the correct fittings, takes an external tank with no trouble. It has an internal tank you can use for a reserve as the motor will run for 40 min on the internal. Now for the not so great - it leaks oil when laid on its side. There are two bosses on one side for you to be able to lay the motor either on its side or on its back (5 sides of the cowling down) for transport. Mine leaks engine oil when on its side OR back. I built a wooden stand for it that I transport and store the motor on because of this problem. I think it's a good motor with an annoying problem.

Donald M. Recommends This

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Rating Breakdown

Features

5/5

Quality

3/5

Performance

5/5

Value

4/5

Pros:

Easy To Use, Price

Cons:

Heavy

Verified Buyer

Useless

By Jonathan E.

Florida

Purchased 08/02/2023 |

Review Posted 10/06/2023

Shipped without oil. No obvious instructions to add oil. All it would take is a simple tag attached to the motor saying to add oil. Engine seized up.

Jonathan E. Does Not Recommend This

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Rating Breakdown

Features

5/5

Quality

5/5

Performance

1/5

Value

5/5

Cons:

Bad Instructions

Verified Buyer

Honda 5 HP

By Niels M.

Nevada

Purchased 07/29/2023 |

Review Posted 09/11/2023

Perfect fit for my 10Ɖ" RIB dingy. Self contained fuel tank with the ability to connect to larger fuel tank. Lighter weight vs. 9.9 HP was the main reason for selection.

Niels M. Recommends This

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Rating Breakdown

Features

5/5

Quality

5/5

Performance

5/5

Value

5/5

Pros:

Easy To Use, Price, I39d Buy It Again, Easy To Store

Cons:

None

Verified Buyer

Disappointment

By Eric O.

Georgia

Purchased 08/14/2023 |

Review Posted 09/05/2023

Starts 50% of the time. Nothing like being on the river and your motor won’t start. It also bogs down at full throttle. Assumed I would lot have to take it to the shop being a new engine. If I knew that I would have bought a used one off marketplace. I was told and assumed a Honda would be a great engine. Not the case. Find another brand.

Eric O. Does Not Recommend This

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Expert Response

First and foremost, thank you for your purchase. We are sorry to hear you are having issues with your unit and want to reassure you factory warranties cover defects in materials and workmanship. Honda would need to be contacted directly at (770) 497-6400 to start the warranty process if you have not done so yet. If they are unable to troubleshoot the issue over the phone they have Local Service Centers that can also assist you and apply the warranty for servicing the unit. If their service doesn't meet your expectations, or if there's anything else we can please email us and we will be happy to help. We will forward your review to the manufacturer so they are aware of the situation.

We appreciate your business and apologize for any inconvenience.

Dale V.

Power Equipment Expert

Rating Breakdown

Features

1/5

Quality

1/5

Performance

1/5

Value

1/5

Cons:

Expensive, Packaging, Low Quality, Unreliable

Verified Buyer

VERY Temperamental When Starting

By Todd

Maine

Purchased 05/21/2023 |

Review Posted 06/26/2023

I bought this based on other reviews and I wish I didn't. The motor works great - when it works. Purchasin was good, delivery was good, power is good, features are good, but it is extremely temperamental when it comes to starting. Probably 3/4 of the time it's fine. The other 1/4 is a whole different story. It acts like it is out of gas or is flooded - when it's always full of gas and every flooded starting technique doesn't work not to mention that you can't smell gas like I have with other flooded engines. Wait 10 minutes, try it again, sometimes works sometimes doesn't. Not at all consistent.

I've had a number of outboards over the years and have never run into anything this finicky. It makes zero sense and follows no pattern. I've tried everything, internal tank, external tank, making sure the internal never gets below 3/4 full in case the fuel pickup is too high, giving it more time, less time, you name it. Nothing helps.

There is nothing like being out on a lake a mile or more from the nearest house with an engine that won't start. Very unreliable and not very useful in the back woods of Maine.

If I could, I'd send it back and get a different brand in a heartbeat. What a waste of money. Not happy at all with this purchase.

Todd Does Not Recommend This

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Rating Breakdown

Features

3/5

Quality

1/5

Performance

3/5

Value

1/5

Cons:

Difficult To Use, Unreliable, Hard to start

Verified Buyer

Honda 5 HP Outboard Motor

By Ronald B.

Utah

Review Posted 12/16/2022

I love this motor, it works great on my 16-foot Cataraft, for running rivers, or trolling fishing. I purchased an extra prop in case I hit a rock river running. I also installed a river prop protector.

Ronald B. Recommends This

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Rating Breakdown

Features

5/5

Quality

5/5

Performance

5/5

Value

5/5

Pros:

Easy To Use, I'd Buy It Again

Cons:

None

Verified Buyer

5hp Honda Motor

By Bryon S.

California

Review Posted 10/15/2022

Layed motor on the side in pick up & motor oil leaked out all over, was on the side with 2 stops as recommended, and had problems starting many times. Not reliable.

Bryon S. Does Not Recommend This

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Expert Response

First and foremost, thank you for your purchase. We appreciate you taking the time to provide us with your feedback, and we can certainly understand your aggravation. We will forward your review to the manufacturer, informing them of the situation. We do recommend you contact Honda directly at Honda (770) 497-6400 to discuss and troubleshoot the issue. If they are unable to troubleshoot the issue over the phone they have Local Service Centers that can also assist you and apply the warranty for servicing the unit. If you have any issues, please get in touch with us.

We appreciate your business and apologize for any inconvenience.
.

Dale V.

Power Equipment Expert

Rating Breakdown

Features

3/5

Quality

2/5

Performance

2/5

Value

1/5

Cons:

Heavy

Best Motor Ever

By Martin G.

Florida

Review Posted 09/17/2022

I have had Evinrude, Tohatsu, and Mercury small outboards. Honda is the best.

Martin G. Recommends This

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Rating Breakdown

Features

5/5

Quality

5/5

Performance

5/5

Value

5/5

Pros:

Easy To Use, Price, Id Buy It Again, Easy To Store

Cons:

None

Oil Leaker

By Steve P.

New Jersey

Review Posted 09/12/2022

We love this engine, but whenever it is stored on its side, then lifted up and put in a vertical position it leaks a lot of oil and makes a huge mess. Ruined our driveway, our clothes, and shoes as we lifted and held it to put on the boat. Not sure why this keeps happening. Not even sure how/why/where oil could even get out? Cap is on tight. Engine works fine, but oil keeps coming out after stores on its side.

Steve P. Recommends This

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Expert Response

Dale V.

Power Equipment Expert

Rating Breakdown

Features

5/5

Quality

4/5

Performance

5/5

Value

4/5

Pros:

Easy To Use, Features, Reliable, Quiet

Cons:

Expensive, Leaks Oil After Stored On Its Side.

Would Not Run

By Ken B.

California

Review Posted 08/17/2022

Finally got it started and it ran for about 10 minutes...cut it down to see tool speed and the engine coughed and quit. Would not start again. The motor is now in the shop in Sacramento for warranty work. Purchased the engine because I had had really good luck with Honda motors/equipment. Not real happy at this point.

Ken B. Does Not Recommend This

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Expert Response

Dale V.

Power Equipment Expert

Rating Breakdown

Features

1/5

Quality

1/5

Performance

1/5