I live on a little houseboat and I row all over the place. Some neighbors gave me they're 2.3 Honda motor. They plan on getting a bigger one for their inflatable dinghy. God bless them, this will save me a lot of back pain. And the time. I enjoyed your video and it was encouraging. Thanks!
Hi Erick, I just wanted to say that your video is one of the most comprehensive I've seen on this little outboard motor. I just finished doing a short service on this model for a friend who had left it in his shed for the last 3 years. After a carb clean/oil change and new spark plug it's now running like new, absolutely bulletproof little motor. Thumbs up from Northern Ireland 🇬🇧 ATB... Billy.
@@ErickMartinSucre I'm definitely getting me one of these once I save up enough. I'm not interested in speed. Reliability and fuel economy is where it's at. I'm putting one on a Bic Sportyak 245 for inshore fishing trips. That's 51 kilo's weight with the engine weighing 13kg, a set of transom wheels and I can pull my boat to the ocean and back home again. I'm poor so avoiding mooring costs lol.
I will be honest with you, I had to sell it recenlty because I needed the cash but that was one freaking awesome outboard. I may get another in the near future.
Had mine for almost 8 years now, use it every year and the only thing wrong with it is a stuck carb drain screw(due to me not lubricating it) so I just disassemble the carb to clean it, other than that it’s still going strong and a great little engine!
@@jc6850 never had any issues with the clutch, I've had the bolts corrode themselves in and had to replace the carb but other than that she's still going strong
Erick I just wanted to say when you shut off the fuel to run the engine dry, after the engine stops, choke the carburetor and then try to start it again, it might run a bit more to get all the fuel out of the carburetor, for long time storage, a marine mechanic told me that thanks good video
Yeah, been doing that since I got my 6hp Tohatsu, and my 12hp Hangkai. I remove the fuel line and allow the engine to burn the gas in the carb. Makes it easier for transport and storage.
@@ErickMartinSucre No problem pal .My fault for not putting in the pound sign .Yeah I think I'll snap the little motor on offer after seeing your vid .Greetings from Scotland .Och aye the noo..
Hey Erik .Thanks again for your vid Got this outboard .Great tip for laying it on its side .Cheers man.Ps we were in Kissimmee years ago .Hired a Chrysler le Baron.Went on a mini cruise to Nassau too .Brilliant place .Best of luck to you.
Thank you Petros! Ever since then I have upgraded to a Saturn SD380 inflatable dinghy and a Tohatsu 6hp outboard. I must say I had a lot of fun with that Honda outboard and Kaboat set up. I visited so many places but since I started visiting islands here in FL I felt the need for something bigger.
It is a handly little motor to be honest. It may not be a fast one but it gets the job done. I eventually sold it and got myself a 6hp outboard but only because I wanted to go a little faster.
Hey, thanks for taking the time to make this video. It's a lot of work but very helpful for folks who are thinking about buying (or, like me, just bought!) this motor, Great idea with the drone footage too!
Thanks Erick, a very useful video. I reckon that little Honda is just what I need for my inflatable. I've got a 8hp Tohatsu and it's getting too heavy for me now. It's a 6mph speed limit where I use my boat anyway.
That sounds like this motor may give you what you need. Ill be honest the Suzuki, Tohatsu or Mercury ones will do a nice job. I'll say get the one with the beat deal.
I got one of these things with my Twin Troller and I'll say it's a cute little thing. Then I got to the point of adding oil to the engine. You'd think a simple funnel would do but hell no...you have to have a funnel with a bendable neck. In short, it took me 45 minutes to get the right amount of oil into the thing with a lot of spillage for all of my efforts. I also read my simple directions and could find no comment in the book about the motor coming with gear oil in the lower unit and I need to check that before I try to run the friggin thing. Also, it's air cooled so from what I can tell there is not a water pee-hole like you see on most outboards. This motor has nothing but undignified reviews on Amazon and I hope that mine is an exception.
It does come with gear oil. It is reliable but I ended up getting a 6hp Tohatsu and a 9.9 Merc. My main issue was the plastic propeller. The shear pin has a tendency to bend or break.
Yeah I ran the engine out of the water all the time. It doesn't have an impeller and it it air cooled. 1993 model, those little engine do indeed run forever
Fantastic review, very detailed and helpful! Thank you! Now I have to decide between that motor or their 5hp for a 15' flat bottom john boat. The weight capacity is 775 lbs so I'm not sure how well the 2.3 would do, I think the 5 would be just right, I don't like that there isn't an attachment for an auxiliary fuel tank on either of them though. It would be nice if the cap had one.
Great review! I have a 2.3 on my 1970 12ft. V-Bow Grumman aluminum Jon boat. Get 6.5 mph with the tide or current and 4.5 against. Love it being air-cooled. Reverse is pretty gnarly too. I got it for some work I did for a buddy who had it on his dinghy. All I had to do is rebuild the carburetor and it starts first time every pull Unless I run out of gas. Then it takes two or three. A great little outboard in my opinion. I call it my putt putt.
@@ErickMartinSucre , I’ve heard great things about Tohotsu. They use them on the rental boats up here quite a bit. And the prices are a lot better than Yamaha or Honda or Suzuki.
Hi Eric Nice Video.Sorry for my bad english. I have two HONDA Outboarder Engines. First: HONDA BF 2.0 Second: HONDA BF 2.3. Unfortunately, I have two identical problem with both engines. First: The silver color on the case is not gasoline resistant.The color makes big bubbles. And secondly. The shear bolt behind the propeller breaks after a short time. I have Change this Shear bolt 5 to 6 times in one year. Thats not normal.
Hello there!! The shear pin unfortunately has a tendency to break. When I sold mine I had already changed it once because it kept bending. There were time where I kept hitting sand in shallow water and those little engines don't like that. I currently use a 6hp Tohatsu and a 9.9hp Mercury
@@ErickMartinSucre Hello back Thank you for your Information. I think, the small HONDA Engine have a problem. A another problem is the SILVER COLOR. This Color is not resistant for the Gasoline. The Color make Bubbles round of Gasoline Filler neck. Have a nice time with your new Engines. Greetings from Switzerland
@@pascalzauberer9815 This is the first time I hear the paint bubbling to be honest. I think that Hionda should build the 2.3 motors without a shear pin but with a regular metal propeller
@@ErickMartinSucre A depth finder will help your outboards last longer.You need depth-finder anyway if you are a serious fisherman.A jackplate for a small motor is not much money.I am pretty sure your Mercury has a shallow water drive lever.
junito614 Gasp!!! What’s up neighbor!! Hahaha!! What a small world. I made that video in downtown Kissimmee’s lake front. Yes that little Honda motor did me good indeed. I am now using a bigger inflatable with a Tohatsu 6hp.
@@ErickMartinSucre yeah man I just register my shadow caster kayak getting ready for a test run soon from brownie wise park to makinson island on a 55 endura maxx trolling motor next and God willing I'll get into a jon boat so yeah already researching for a reliable motor maybe I'll see you around trolling Toho.
Thank you Junito! Hey if you have a smart phone you can make a video whe you go to that Kissimmee Park. Just be careful not to drop the phone on the water lol
@@jamessmith5970 Ok thanks I am right around that number too +/- 10lbs...I wud love to achieve 10mph but of course hull speed/design comes into play. I have a convex hull kayak(Native Titan 13.5) the pedal drive is a 10:1 ratio but it only propels a boat that heavy to damnear sitting still, it needed a 30:1 gear ratio...however now I need real power to get moving I will def check this motor out asap.
Hi erick Thanx for you great video. I want to know, can i tank gas on the water? I have to sail about 5 hour. I have seen a Terhi Saiman boat. Hope you can help me.
So glad you are enjoying your new toy! Next video you need to show how you are deploying your drone from the boat! Can’t figure out how you are doing it!
Hehe!! It is not that complicated actually. I stop the boat, calibrate the drone and do a take off on top of the bag. Once I am done, I bring the drone close to me and catch it by the legs and that's it.
Wait I min, I need both hands for the controller. Hmmmmmm................................................I may need an action cam that I can mount in my head
You did a great job with that video except for the water part. I have 3 outboards. They are all old. Besides the 93 Honda 2hp, I have a 50 horse Evinrude and a 15 horse Johnson. The Honda is my fav but followed closely by the 15. It's a tiger considering it only weighs around 80 pounds with electric start.
drivebrake I’m looking at a 9.8hp 2006 model and I hope to hear from the craigslist guy. I sold the Honda and got myself a 6hp tohatsu. It does well with just me in the boat but when I bring someone with me it is slow. I also sold my Kaboat and got a Saturn SD380 boat now. Thanks for watching 🤗
Eric...if you have wondered why I go by the name drivebrake it's because I had to come up with some kind of name for youtube. I was a train driver most of my life and the main control was called the drivebrake lever. That was a name that wasn't taken yet; but my real name is Gord.
@@ErickMartinSucre it was my pleasure you really helped and showed the extra details I needed. I just do not understand why they are rated so low on Amazon even though I am getting it from ebay for cheaper...
There are some reasons. For one they are slow and second they make some noise. They are super reliable though that's for sure. For cruising around they are perfect. I eventually sold mine and got myself a bigger inflatable and a 6hp Tohatsu but that was mainly because I started going into salt waters and had to fight big swells.
I got mine on eBay ( £9.99 ) not sure what that is in dollars. It’s recommend that you use copper grease when you install them That way they won’t seize . Your review helped me decide to get the 2.3. Thanks.👍
Haha!! You're gonna love this little motor. Although I sold it and purchased a Tohatsu 6hp, that little motor took me everywhere. Even though it is not a fast motor, you can be sure that you'll have a small motor for literally decades. Those motors do not die
Frank Mayer , Make sure to consider an extension throttle so you can sit in the middle of your TT. I have a TT also and the seats make it ackward (because you are sitting high) to steer the TT with your hand behind your back. The throttle will also hit the back of your seat, so you have to find the correct position to steer freely. I hated the struggle at first but I got use to it.
I am heading out on the water today and just got this motor. I also have a TT and have been using a Lehr propane 2.5. It's an ok little motor but I am always smelling propane and now it is leaking oil. So I will keep it stowed away for now... can't wait to try this Honda motor out today... also the Lehr doesn't have much torque. we will see...
Tk u sooo much for making this video!!!About to buy one and wanted to see exactly what it does and how it works etc! Sure enjoyed u getting to it and going over its operation asap! the boat ride u took made up my mond...plenty powere to get where I need to go...l.how do u refuel if needed???? cause I will need to at least once I think!
Glad you liked it. I bring a 1 gallon of gas tank with me and refill as needed. This little motor is super efficient so it won't need to refill all the time.
Hey thank you for this very well done review. Helps me with my choice. I had a merc 3, it was a comparable engine. It had troubles with the carb like I needed to get the shop to clean it to prevent stalling every season because the ports are just so tiny. I tried to clean it my self but it was too small, the shop uses a vibratory cleaner. Any feedback as time has passed?
Hello there and thanks for watching. The little motor served me well but I eventually sold it. I currently run with a Tohatsu 6hp with a 7.8x7 propeller.
Mahalo nui loa Erick! I been contemplating between Suzuki and Honda. I have a hobie pro angler 12. I been doing research on a steering kit and throttle kit. Idk I might have to do a DIY macgyver
Hello! I just wanted to say that your video is one of the most I've seen on this little outboard motor. but my question is how it does in the ocean?? the reason is that I am trying to buy a motor for my boat witch is 12.6 foot long, and I want something small to take me about a mile out to fish and able to bring me back to shore!! Or get a 5ph 15' short shaft for my boat So i have to decide between BF2.3 or the 5hp outboard motor, anyway thank you so much and take care of yourself.
I wanted to thank you for taking the time and effort to make this video....I understand you had fun doing it and that makes it even better. I just bought a preowned mini bass boat with one of these on it. I found the information you shared in your video helpful....Good Job. PS....do you like the Tohatsu better?
My pleasure Raymond. I have come to learn that the 2hp line up from Honda, Suzuki, Mercury, Yamaha, Tohatsu are quite reliable. Go for a good price and any of these will do well
Hello there!! So far the only retailer that loans me inflatable boats/kayaks/rafts for me to review is Saturn. If by any chance Sea Eagle reaches out to me I'll be happy to make it.
Nice video Erick. I have a 19 foot keelboat weighing around 1500lb, do you think this has the power to drive my boat in tidal waters? Also how much does the engine weigh? Thanks
I watching again... Erick my coming this Fri... my first one ever and the boat I was asking you to view, sea eagle 285 pottoon ... lol... I hope sea eagle contact you and let you review there product...
Just wondering about reverse - presume it just swivels round. Also on the gumming with modern petrol, wondering if I can use Aspen (blue) 4 stroke fuel to avoid Ethanol carb gum. Just a thought.
Great video Erick! Really cool idea with the drone footage too! Thinking real serious about this little motor with a package deal on a Sea Eagle 285. Seems like it would be a great little combo. And again.....thanks for the kickass video!
My pleasure!! I am glad you liked the video. The little motor, even though it is not fast, it is made to last and get you where you need to go. Be safe in the water and have a great time 8-)
Довольно успешный внук самураев!Никаких проблем,за исключением цены.Имею такой,очень люблю,лелею!Во вторичке их нет,ибо не ломаются,не продаются..Свой либо зятю,либо внуку отдам.
@@ErickMartinSucre Это мой первый мотор(новый)машин личных не было вообще новых,только старенькая Волга.Работаю на J D 8400i,26 миллионов стоит,всю жизнь херачу,а денег нет.
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I live on a little houseboat and I row all over the place. Some neighbors gave me they're 2.3 Honda motor. They plan on getting a bigger one for their inflatable dinghy. God bless them, this will save me a lot of back pain. And the time. I enjoyed your video and it was encouraging. Thanks!
My pleasure and thank you for watching. The little motor isn't fast but it gets the job done.
Hi Erick, I just wanted to say that your video is one of the most comprehensive I've seen on this little outboard motor. I just finished doing a short service on this model for a friend who had left it in his shed for the last 3 years. After a carb clean/oil change and new spark plug it's now running like new, absolutely bulletproof little motor. Thumbs up from Northern Ireland 🇬🇧 ATB... Billy.
Hello from FL! I am.glad you enjoyed the video my friend 8-)
@@ErickMartinSucre your more than welcome 👍
@@ErickMartinSucredo you have to run it to break in the motor or can you just fill up gas and go fishing with out breaking it in ????
You can, you just can't go full throttle. Run it at half throttle for the first 10 hours and you'll be ok.
I love that Honda workhorse sound. Reminds me of the old Honda CB motorbikes I used to ride, pure quality and reliability.
It was a neat little motor to have and yes it was reliable. I eventually sold it and got myself a 6hp Tohatsu.
@@ErickMartinSucre I'm definitely getting me one of these once I save up enough. I'm not interested in speed. Reliability and fuel economy is where it's at. I'm putting one on a Bic Sportyak 245 for inshore fishing trips. That's 51 kilo's weight with the engine weighing 13kg, a set of transom wheels and I can pull my boat to the ocean and back home again. I'm poor so avoiding mooring costs lol.
That's a smart choice then.
Great idea,basically a four stroke weed wakka with a prop.
Haha! Pretty much. I sold it and got myself a Tohatsu 6hp since then.
Best review I've seen for anything in a long time. Especially liked the drone perspective. Very nice work.
Thank you kindly!!
Can we get the drone ariel footage with your 9 hp Tohatsu
Hehe, I already have it. Let me get it
th-cam.com/video/WXpOwtzZT68/w-d-xo.html
I will be honest with you, I had to sell it recenlty because I needed the cash but that was one freaking awesome outboard. I may get another in the near future.
I just got a 2.3. Your video was very helpful, and you're a very likable guy. Thanks for the video.
My pleasure. Neat little motor.
This is about the best product review I have ever seen. Thanks for this!
Wow!! Thank you for saying that 8-) I am glad you found it to your liking.
My motor is on the way! Honda should send you a check! : )
@@04machandroll hehe I enjoyed making this video. Have a good time out there and stay safe
Thanks for taking the time to produce this video - well done. Take care
😊😊
Dallas passed away unfortunately, got his for 500 $. Love it
Good little more. Sorry to hear about his passing.
Thanks for putting in the time and effort for this great review! I bought one of these motors after watching and am quite happy!
It's always a pleasure and thanks for watching!
Very informative review. That little motor is all i need for my project.
Thanks for watching! It's super reliable.
Great review, thanks for talking about how long the gas last!
Glad I can help. Thanks for watching!
amazing how stable the drone images are ...
Thank you! That was my old DJI Phantom 3. Currently using the DJI Mavic Pro
aerial shots to show speed variations were great. thanks, might go for this one!
Glad this video helped. I eventually sold it and got a 6hp Tohatsu that I still use to this day.
Special video m8 - you are a real natural at this. Great stuff.
Thank you kindly!!
Had mine for almost 8 years now, use it every year and the only thing wrong with it is a stuck carb drain screw(due to me not lubricating it) so I just disassemble the carb to clean it, other than that it’s still going strong and a great little engine!
Indeed!! it is a great little engine and super reliable.
How many clutches have you put in it
@@jc6850 never had any issues with the clutch, I've had the bolts corrode themselves in and had to replace the carb but other than that she's still going strong
Yes ı had same problem with carb screw.i can't open it
Thank you. Very good review. Loved the drone shots .
Glad you enjoyed the video. That was a good little motor.
@@ErickMartinSucre I am getting upgraded from a Evinrude 2hp
@TSmith-rl4xd That little Honda will take you places. I eventually upgraded to a 6hp Tohatsu. It's been with me since 2018.
Great video Erick. Been enjoying mine now for almost 5 years. Got to do the maintenance thing soon then back out to the lake. Take care! 😊
Thank you!!
Erick you did a fantastic review of this motor. Thanks for share!
Always a pleasure and thanks for watching
Erick I just wanted to say when you shut off the fuel to run the engine dry, after the engine stops, choke the carburetor and then try to start it again, it might run a bit more to get all the fuel out of the carburetor, for long time storage, a marine mechanic told me that thanks good video
Yeah, been doing that since I got my 6hp Tohatsu, and my 12hp Hangkai. I remove the fuel line and allow the engine to burn the gas in the carb. Makes it easier for transport and storage.
Recently came across your channel. Great videos and informative. Thanks for posting.
My pleasure and thanks for watching 😊
Great vid .Been looking at the same one second hand for 220 pounds .Think I'll grab it.....
220 pound, for a 2.hp? Sounds to be you're getting a 200hp model instead
@@ErickMartinSucre Works out£ 220 is 193 dollars ..
@@crafter170 Oh, sorry, pounds and in quids, duh,. Yeah, that sounds like a good deal.
@@ErickMartinSucre No problem pal .My fault for not putting in the pound sign .Yeah I think I'll snap the little motor on offer after seeing your vid .Greetings from Scotland .Och aye the noo..
Hey Erik .Thanks again for your vid Got this outboard .Great tip for laying it on its side .Cheers man.Ps we were in Kissimmee years ago .Hired a Chrysler le Baron.Went on a mini cruise to Nassau too .Brilliant place .Best of luck to you.
Very good inflatable boat,as well as the motor. Sweet sound,for air cooled
Thank you Petros! Ever since then I have upgraded to a Saturn SD380 inflatable dinghy and a Tohatsu 6hp outboard. I must say I had a lot of fun with that Honda outboard and Kaboat set up. I visited so many places but since I started visiting islands here in FL I felt the need for something bigger.
Awesome little boat!
Thank you 😊
Very well done! I was debating between Honda or water cooled outboards. I like that you can start outboard without bucket of water.
It is a handly little motor to be honest. It may not be a fast one but it gets the job done. I eventually sold it and got myself a 6hp outboard but only because I wanted to go a little faster.
Hey, thanks for taking the time to make this video. It's a lot of work but very helpful for folks who are thinking about buying (or, like me, just bought!) this motor, Great idea with the drone footage too!
Thank you John!! I am glad you enjoyed the video
Shopping for an engine for my Walker Bay 8 foot . Thanks for your very detail review.
Stephen You're welcome! Keep in mind it is not fast but it is incredibly reliable and economical
Cool little motor. Might get one for my kids for putting around at the camp. Learne to drive. Etc.
Thank you!! I am glad you enjoyed the video
Thanks Erick, a very useful video. I reckon that little Honda is just what I need for my inflatable. I've got a 8hp Tohatsu and it's getting too heavy for me now. It's a 6mph speed limit where I use my boat anyway.
That sounds like this motor may give you what you need. Ill be honest the Suzuki, Tohatsu or Mercury ones will do a nice job. I'll say get the one with the beat deal.
I got one of these things with my Twin Troller and I'll say it's a cute little thing. Then I got to the point of adding oil to the engine. You'd think a simple funnel would do but hell no...you have to have a funnel with a bendable neck. In short, it took me 45 minutes to get the right amount of oil into the thing with a lot of spillage for all of my efforts.
I also read my simple directions and could find no comment in the book about the motor coming with gear oil in the lower unit and I need to check that before I try to run the friggin thing. Also, it's air cooled so from what I can tell there is not a water pee-hole like you see on most outboards.
This motor has nothing but undignified reviews on Amazon and I hope that mine is an exception.
It does come with gear oil. It is reliable but I ended up getting a 6hp Tohatsu and a 9.9 Merc. My main issue was the plastic propeller. The shear pin has a tendency to bend or break.
Oh I forgot, it is air cooled yes
Great vide man I get my Honda Marine BF2.3 this Friday
Great little engine.
Only one person commented on the fact that you ran the engine out of the water. I have the 1993 model. Still runs great.
Yeah I ran the engine out of the water all the time. It doesn't have an impeller and it it air cooled. 1993 model, those little engine do indeed run forever
Air cooled....
Fantastic review, very detailed and helpful! Thank you! Now I have to decide between that motor or their 5hp for a 15' flat bottom john boat. The weight capacity is 775 lbs so I'm not sure how well the 2.3 would do, I think the 5 would be just right, I don't like that there isn't an attachment for an auxiliary fuel tank on either of them though. It would be nice if the cap had one.
I will be honest, I eventually sold it and got myself a 6hp Tohatsu.
Great review! I have a 2.3 on my 1970 12ft. V-Bow Grumman aluminum Jon boat. Get 6.5 mph with the tide or current and 4.5 against. Love it being air-cooled. Reverse is pretty gnarly too. I got it for some work I did for a buddy who had it on his dinghy. All I had to do is rebuild the carburetor and it starts first time every pull Unless I run out of gas. Then it takes two or three. A great little outboard in my opinion. I call it my putt putt.
Hehe, putt putt. The time I had it, it was a great little motor. I now run with a 6hp and a 9.8hp Tohatau outboards.
@@ErickMartinSucre , I’ve heard great things about Tohotsu. They use them on the rental boats up here quite a bit. And the prices are a lot better than Yamaha or Honda or Suzuki.
@@donaldbarden6294 Yup! That is the reason why I use them. Biggest bang for the buck, and super reliable too.
Hey i just wanna thank u i was soo undecided to either get the small motor with the boat or not but u made my decision Easy thanks
It is handy indeed for small boats. Be safe out there and thanks for watching!!
Really great review and instructional video. I actually inherited the 2.3 from my grandpa
Sorry for your loss. Great little motor.
@@ErickMartinSucre Thank you. I'm looking forward to using it
It isn't fast but it is very reliable
I am buying one because of this video. Thanks.
Hehe!! Thank you for watching and I am glad you liked it.
Well done mate ,great video love it .
Regards from Australia 👍👍👍
Hey there! Hello from Florida and thanks for watching ☺️
Hi Eric
Nice Video.Sorry for my bad english.
I have two HONDA Outboarder Engines. First: HONDA BF 2.0 Second: HONDA BF 2.3.
Unfortunately, I have two identical problem with both engines.
First: The silver color on the case is not gasoline resistant.The color makes big bubbles.
And secondly. The shear bolt behind the propeller breaks after a short time. I have Change this Shear bolt 5 to 6 times in one year. Thats not normal.
Hello there!! The shear pin unfortunately has a tendency to break. When I sold mine I had already changed it once because it kept bending. There were time where I kept hitting sand in shallow water and those little engines don't like that. I currently use a 6hp Tohatsu and a 9.9hp Mercury
@@ErickMartinSucre
Hello back
Thank you for your Information. I think, the small HONDA Engine have a problem. A another problem is the SILVER COLOR. This Color is not resistant for the Gasoline. The Color make Bubbles round of Gasoline Filler neck.
Have a nice time with your new Engines. Greetings from Switzerland
@@pascalzauberer9815 This is the first time I hear the paint bubbling to be honest. I think that Hionda should build the 2.3 motors without a shear pin but with a regular metal propeller
@@ErickMartinSucre A depth finder will help your outboards last longer.You need depth-finder anyway if you are a serious fisherman.A jackplate for a small motor is not much money.I am pretty sure your Mercury has a shallow water drive lever.
great video, thank you for posting, I am purchasing one this weekend... well edited, thank you
Always a pleasure and thank you for watching!!
Thank you Erick. Very informative.
Always a pleasure and thanks for watching. Be safe!!
Thanks mate good review. A friend has given me one to test and now feel very comfortable after your review. Cheers
Great little motor. It isn't fast but it takes you places
organized intelligent well thought out review.
Thank you very much!! Glad you liked the video.
Love your video Erick.
I've had good experience with Honda. I may get the Suzuki 2.5 though.
Thank you!! Since then I sold the Honda and currently using a Tohatsu 6hp.
Thanks for the review great job I had one of those on a 10' port a boat.
Thank you kindly!! That little motor served me well.
Awesome video thank you for taking the time and doing it sir
One is glad to be of service 😊
Very nice video. Thank you for the walk through
My pleasure and thanks for watching
Hi neighbor, Honda should thank you for this great review; Kissimmee guy too on the market for a reliable motor.
junito614 Gasp!!! What’s up neighbor!! Hahaha!! What a small world. I made that video in downtown Kissimmee’s lake front. Yes that little Honda motor did me good indeed. I am now using a bigger inflatable with a Tohatsu 6hp.
@@ErickMartinSucre yeah man I just register my shadow caster kayak getting ready for a test run soon from brownie wise park to makinson island on a 55 endura maxx trolling motor next and God willing I'll get into a jon boat so yeah already researching for a reliable motor maybe I'll see you around trolling Toho.
nice! You may see me indeed yeah. This weekend I am planning to camp at one of the spoil island in the Indian River 8-) I'll be making a video of it.
@@ErickMartinSucre alright I'll be looking out for it.
Thank you Junito! Hey if you have a smart phone you can make a video whe you go to that Kissimmee Park. Just be careful not to drop the phone on the water lol
You have a great personality 👍
Thank you!! 8-)
Took my 2.3 into service by a Honda dealer. They ran it for out of the water for over 20 minutes.
Yeah these motors can be ran outside of water
Thanks great video, I just bought one for a 14' Jon Boat on Crescent Lake in FL
Very nice!! I am glad you liked it Steven 8-) Have fun the water and be safe out there!
@@jamessmith5970 How much does your jon boat weigh?
@@jamessmith5970 Ok thanks I am right around that number too +/- 10lbs...I wud love to achieve 10mph but of course hull speed/design comes into play. I have a convex hull kayak(Native Titan 13.5) the pedal drive is a 10:1 ratio but it only propels a boat that heavy to damnear sitting still, it needed a 30:1 gear ratio...however now I need real power to get moving I will def check this motor out asap.
Excellent review i am looking for one wright now ,good job !!!
Thank you Walter!! Glaf you liked the video.
Awsome thank's for your info , just bought me one looking forward to using the lil outboard 🤙Cheers..
Great little motor, the only drawback would be the plastic propeller. Be sure to have one or 2 extra and some shear pins.
"Thank's for the heads up!" Much appreciated...
Anytime!!
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It tips over if you run it into ground. Very nice for beginners like me. ;)
This little motor served me well. Took me all the way to Anclote Key, which is several miles out from Tarpon Springs.
Hey brother. Loved ur vid. Thx for sharing.
My pleasure, thanks for watching 😊
Hi erick
Thanx for you great video.
I want to know, can i tank gas on the water?
I have to sail about 5 hour.
I have seen a Terhi Saiman boat.
Hope you can help me.
You can but please be careful. If possible, choose a time when the waters are calm and fuel up from the top.
So glad you are enjoying your new toy! Next video you need to show how you are deploying your drone from the boat! Can’t figure out how you are doing it!
Hehe!! It is not that complicated actually. I stop the boat, calibrate the drone and do a take off on top of the bag. Once I am done, I bring the drone close to me and catch it by the legs and that's it.
I think you need to get that on film!
Haha ok then. I only have one camera at the moment and it doubles as my drone screen. Oh I know, I use one of my old smart phones yeah
Wait I min, I need both hands for the controller. Hmmmmmm................................................I may need an action cam that I can mount in my head
Just get a mini tripod. They are cheap! Or figure out how to stand up your phone. Should be easy!
Thanks for the video, very clear and concise
My pleasre and thank you for watching!
Great video, you covered all the key points I wanted to know.
Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching 8-)
You did a great job with that video except for the water part. I have 3 outboards. They are all old. Besides the 93 Honda 2hp, I have a 50 horse Evinrude and a 15 horse Johnson. The Honda is my fav but followed closely by the 15. It's a tiger considering it only weighs around 80 pounds with electric start.
drivebrake I’m looking at a 9.8hp 2006 model and I hope to hear from the craigslist guy. I sold the Honda and got myself a 6hp tohatsu. It does well with just me in the boat but when I bring someone with me it is slow. I also sold my Kaboat and got a Saturn SD380 boat now. Thanks for watching 🤗
Thanks for such an interesting video.
Very clear and shows how simple things get the job done and are really enjoyable. Greetings from argentina!!!
Wow Argentina!! Haha that's amazing! Hello from Florida 8)
Eric...if you have wondered why I go by the name drivebrake it's because I had to come up with some kind of name for youtube. I was a train driver most of my life and the main control was called the drivebrake lever. That was a name that wasn't taken yet; but my real name is Gord.
Nice! DrivebrakeGord
You're fantastic man! Absolutely awesome video! You should be a professional product spokesman!
Gosh thanks!! glad you liked the video 8-)
Thans bud for helping out great review and pictures and video!
My pleasure Aaron! Thanks for watching 8-)
@@ErickMartinSucre it was my pleasure you really helped and showed the extra details I needed. I just do not understand why they are rated so low on Amazon even though I am getting it from ebay for cheaper...
There are some reasons. For one they are slow and second they make some noise. They are super reliable though that's for sure. For cruising around they are perfect. I eventually sold mine and got myself a bigger inflatable and a 6hp Tohatsu but that was mainly because I started going into salt waters and had to fight big swells.
@@ErickMartinSucre I hear you on that and totally understand I just need something for cruising to different dive sites locally :)
In that case this little motor would do nicely and will likely last your a lifetime
Thanks, thinking of buying one and your video has persuaded me that I should!
Hehe!! Great little motor and super reliable. It is by no means a fast motor but it will move you in the water nicely
Thank you for sharing this video! It was very helpful!!!
My pleasure. Thanks for watching!
You can buy a stainless steel bolt replacement set for the 2.3 which will eliminate the rust problem.
The KitOwl sweet I did not know that!!!
The KitOwl thank you!
I got mine on eBay ( £9.99 ) not sure what that is in dollars. It’s recommend that you use copper grease when you install them
That way they won’t seize . Your review helped me decide to get the 2.3. Thanks.👍
You are very much welcome and again I appreciate your input on those bolts!
Really nice video, mate, thanks for the effort!
My pleasure 8-) Glad you found this video informative
Good instructive video
Glad you liked it. A lot of ppl seem to like this little motor.
I'm sold! Going to buy one for my 10' Twin - Troller.
Haha!! You're gonna love this little motor. Although I sold it and purchased a Tohatsu 6hp, that little motor took me everywhere. Even though it is not a fast motor, you can be sure that you'll have a small motor for literally decades. Those motors do not die
Frank Mayer , Make sure to consider an extension throttle so you can sit in the middle of your TT. I have a TT also and the seats make it ackward (because you are sitting high) to steer the TT with your hand behind your back. The throttle will also hit the back of your seat, so you have to find the correct position to steer freely. I hated the struggle at first but I got use to it.
That's a good advice 8-)
I am heading out on the water today and just got this motor. I also have a TT and have been using a Lehr propane 2.5. It's an ok little motor but I am always smelling propane and now it is leaking oil. So I will keep it stowed away for now... can't wait to try this Honda motor out today... also the Lehr doesn't have much torque. we will see...
Tk u sooo much for making this video!!!About to buy one and wanted to see exactly what it does and how it works etc! Sure enjoyed u getting to it and going over its operation asap! the boat ride u took made up my mond...plenty powere to get where I need to go...l.how do u refuel if needed???? cause I will need to at least once I think!
Glad you liked it. I bring a 1 gallon of gas tank with me and refill as needed. This little motor is super efficient so it won't need to refill all the time.
fun and cool review!
Thank you! It was a very first little petrol outboard. I eventually sold it and got a 6hp Tohatsu.
@@ErickMartinSucre yes 6hp is better
@@ErickMartinSucre I subscribed to your channel!
Love my 6hp. I got a 9.8hp as well but I see myself using the 6hp more often.
@@ErickMartinSucre yes its lighter
Great review Bro! Thank you!
Rich.
Glad you liked it Mr.Warwick 8-) This was my first boat set up before I got me the bigger boat and motor.
Air cooled beats salt water cooled any day. That Honda will last forever.
It was a good little motor. I eventually sold it and got a 6hp Tohatsu. 200+ hours and going strong.
Don’t be so sure. Salt water gets splashed everywhere. Salt air gets sucked into the fan cooling system. Salt air enters the carburetor system.
Hey thank you for this very well done review. Helps me with my choice. I had a merc 3, it was a comparable engine. It had troubles with the carb like I needed to get the shop to clean it to prevent stalling every season because the ports are just so tiny. I tried to clean it my self but it was too small, the shop uses a vibratory cleaner. Any feedback as time has passed?
Hello there and thanks for watching. The little motor served me well but I eventually sold it. I currently run with a Tohatsu 6hp with a 7.8x7 propeller.
I always run the motor dry of gasoline. I unplug the fuel line and let the engine use up all the gasoline in the carb. Helps prevent gum up
Mahalo nui loa Erick! I been contemplating between Suzuki and Honda. I have a hobie pro angler 12. I been doing research on a steering kit and throttle kit. Idk I might have to do a DIY macgyver
Either one will do the job. I'll say get the one with a better price
@@ErickMartinSucre
Thank you
Thanks for the detailed review.
My pleasure. Thanks for watching!
Very nice. Thank you for all the good information.
You're welcome
Hello! I just wanted to say that your video is one of the most I've seen on this little outboard motor. but my question is how it does in the ocean?? the reason is that I am trying to buy a motor for my boat witch is 12.6 foot long, and I want something small to take me about a mile out to fish and able to bring me back to shore!! Or get a 5ph 15' short shaft for my boat So i have to decide between BF2.3 or the 5hp outboard motor, anyway thank you so much and take care of yourself.
Does pretty well for me. I've taken it out to Anclote Key. Which is about 4 miles out in the ocean and back.
I also sold it eventually and got a 6hp Tohatsu now.
I wanted to thank you for taking the time and effort to make this video....I understand you had fun doing it and that makes it even better. I just bought a preowned mini bass boat with one of these on it. I found the information you shared in your video helpful....Good Job.
PS....do you like the Tohatsu better?
I am glad you found the video useful. Yes, I love my Tohatsu, it had more power and it is still light enough for me to handle
great review. thank you
Hey, thanks for watching 😊
Best review no doubt thanks man appreciated.
My pleasure and thanks for watching
Great review 👍👍
Thank you 😊
Very well done review. Thanks
Thank you kindly! This little motor served me well while I had it.
Thank you a very clear and helpful video 👍🏻👍🏻
My pleasure Raymond. I have come to learn that the 2hp line up from Honda, Suzuki, Mercury, Yamaha, Tohatsu are quite reliable. Go for a good price and any of these will do well
Lol I got one the same day 😂👍🏻just waiting for it to be delivered it going to go on my bestway mirovia pro hydro force 👍🏻
@@raymondjacques7378 Very nice!! Be sage out there!
very good video really helpful thank you
Glad I can help.
Thankyou what a great video
Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching 8-)
Hello Erick... can you view the sea eagle 285 pottoon fishing boat...???
Hello there!! So far the only retailer that loans me inflatable boats/kayaks/rafts for me to review is Saturn. If by any chance Sea Eagle reaches out to me I'll be happy to make it.
Thank you
My pleasure and thanks for watching!
Nice video Erick. I have a 19 foot keelboat weighing around 1500lb, do you think this has the power to drive my boat in tidal waters? Also how much does the engine weigh? Thanks
You'll probably need the kicker model that has a longer shaft
I watching again... Erick my coming this Fri... my first one ever and the boat I was asking you to view, sea eagle 285 pottoon ... lol... I hope sea eagle contact you and let you review there product...
Nice!!! When it comes to inflatables Saturn, SeaEagle, Aleko, Newport Vessel just to name a few are pretty good.
Let's hope SeaEagle contacts me. I should probably send them an email and introduce myself.
Great review thanks
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Just wondering about reverse - presume it just swivels round. Also on the gumming with modern petrol, wondering if I can use Aspen (blue) 4 stroke fuel to avoid Ethanol carb gum. Just a thought.
I use Stabil on my gas, seems to work good. And yes, you just swivel for reverse.
Great vid, you did good info..
Thank you 😊
Great video Erick! Really cool idea with the drone footage too! Thinking real serious about this little motor with a package deal on a Sea Eagle 285. Seems like it would be a great little combo. And again.....thanks for the kickass video!
My pleasure!! I am glad you liked the video. The little motor, even though it is not fast, it is made to last and get you where you need to go. Be safe in the water and have a great time 8-)
What a great video!
Thank you! 😊
When he started it with no water i was like oh man u idiot! It took me a second to remember
Hehe. Yeah it has no impeller.
Most excellent review!
jarchitect Thank you 🤗
I’m glad you liked it
Great video! Thanks for sharing
My pleasure and thanks for watching!
Довольно успешный внук самураев!Никаких проблем,за исключением цены.Имею такой,очень люблю,лелею!Во вторичке их нет,ибо не ломаются,не продаются..Свой либо зятю,либо внуку отдам.
Этот маленький мотор служил мне очень долго, но в конце концов я продал его и купил себе 6-сильный мотор Tohatsu.
@@ErickMartinSucre Я склонен к покупке более мощного,но мне уже почти 60..Даже пятерка будет в тягость.
@@ErickMartinSucre Это мой первый мотор(новый)машин личных не было вообще новых,только старенькая Волга.Работаю на J
D 8400i,26 миллионов стоит,всю жизнь херачу,а денег нет.
@@ВикторСойкканен-у4ы
Ух ты!! Денег нет, да. Надеюсь, станет лучше
your video is fantastic
thanks
Thank you very much!