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Thread subject: Whaler Central - Boston Whaler Boat Information and Photos :: Honda BF50A Shifter direction

Posted by eywflyer on 05/20/14 - 2:00 PM

I am setting up a Yamaha 705 flush mount control for a 2003 Honda BF50A but don't have the engine at my disposal right now. I remember that the Honda throttle pulls (fwd) to increase. I cannot remember which direction the shifter on the motor moves for fwd gear. I don't want to assume and take the control apart to reconfigure it a second time once I have the motor. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks!

Posted by firebrand1 on 05/21/14 - 4:43 PM

I have his engine on a 15S/S in my driveway but am away on business but can confirm shifter direction operation on Friday morning. Good enough?

Posted by eywflyer on 05/22/14 - 7:26 PM

Thank you for the help! Much appreciated.

Posted by firebrand1 on 05/24/14 - 7:54 AM

Sorry for the delay. Both Throttle and Gear cables pull forward at the engine linkage connections with the control cables. Have at it and good luck with your installation!

Posted by eywflyer on 05/24/14 - 9:37 AM

Thanks FB. I hope to post some pics after a bit. It's been a satisfying project. But nothing is ever as easy or fast as we first estimate. Rob