Honda BF115A, BF130A Outboard Motors Shop Manual., Page 440Get this manual
HONDA BF115ABF130A
MOTOR INSTALLATION
Motor Selection
Secure and correct installation is essential for safe boating and good perfomanceFollow the installation instructions provided in this manual
General Guidelines
Install the outboard on the center of the transom securely and be sure that the boat is well-balanced
Improper set-up or pre-delivery service can cause an unsafe condition that can cause your customer to be seriously hurt or killedBOAT TRANSOM
Follow the procedures and precautions in this manual and the shop manual carefullyBefore installation, check to be sure that the outboard motor does not exceed the recommended maximum horsepower for the boat on which it is to be installedRefer to the boat's certification plate for recommended maximum horsepowerFor most applications, the outboard motor should provide 80 of the recommended maximum horsepower for the boatIf the certification plate information is not available, contact the boat dealer or manufacturerRefer to the dimensional drawings on page to be sure there is nothing on the boat that will interfere with outboard motor tiltup and steeringThe BF115A and BFl3OA outboard motors are designed to be installed on boat transom with the following transom board thickness