Captain Tim Posted January 24 Report Share Posted January 24 If you had a choice between a Suzuki 2.5 HP DF2.5L4 Outboard Motor (long shaft 20") or a HONDA 2.3 HP BF2.3DHLCH Outboard (long shaft 20") which would you choose? The transom height is 17" and I didn't want to cut it down because I thought it could weaken the transom. Also I thought the prop would come out of the water when I go forward to set the sail. Both would be new. If you think a short shaft would work feel free to tell me. Thanks, Tim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter HK Posted January 25 Report Share Posted January 25 I chose the Suzuki. Almost the same weight but the suz is quieter and I prefer the F/N gear box to the centrifugal clutch. cheers Peter HK Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve W Posted January 25 Report Share Posted January 25 I've owned both. Suzuki hands down. The honda is great, but loud. Drive ya nuts Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PadrePoint Posted Wednesday at 08:34 PM Report Share Posted Wednesday at 08:34 PM I have a Honda 2.3. Yes, it is likely louder as people say. It’s also likely lighter… and is air cooled. I’m guessing the motor would be used for short durations rather than a long run like 30-45 minutes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve W Posted Wednesday at 10:06 PM Report Share Posted Wednesday at 10:06 PM The Honda is 31 in the LS model, the Suzuki 2.5 is 30. The Suzuki has a superior F-N instead of that centrifigul clutch the Honda has. The only thing better about the Honda is there is no need to ever replace the impellar. Both motors have been very reliable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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