Outboard Motor Angle Inspection (Cruising) - Honda BF250A Owner's Manual

INSTALLATION
Outboard Motor Angle Inspection
(Cruising)
INCORRECT
CAUSES BOAT TO ''SQUAT''
Install the outboard motor at the best
trim angle for stable cruising and
maximum power.
Trim angle too large: Incorrect causes
boat to ''squat.''
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INCORRECT INCORRECT
CAUSES BOAT TO ''PLOW'' CAUSES BOAT TO ''PLOW''
Trim angle too small: Incorrect
causes boat to ''plow.''
CORRECT
GIVES MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE
The trim angle differs according to
the combination of the boat, outboard
motor, and propeller, and the
operating conditions.
Adjust the outboard motor so that it is
perpendicular to the water surface
(i.e. axis of the propeller is parallel
with the water surface).