The Honda 13212-PLM-Y01 Connecting Rod Bearing B (Black) is a genuine OEM component designed for BF75 and BF90 outboard motors. As a direct Honda replacement, this bearing is manufactured to the same specification as the original, ensuring correct clearance and dimensional accuracy in the lower end of the engine. Honda supersedes connecting rod bearings at serial breaks, so confirm your outboard's serial number against the fitment table before ordering. The (Black) designation identifies this specific bearing grade — match it to the color code in your Honda service manual or parts diagram to ensure you have the right bearing for your engine's rod and crankpin dimensions.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Bearing Grade — the (Black) color code identifies a specific bearing thickness class; using the correct grade is essential for maintaining proper oil film clearance at the connecting rod journal
- Direct Honda Replacement — manufactured to OEM dimensional tolerances, this bearing installs as a drop-in replacement in the lower end of BF75 and BF90 outboard motors
- Serial Number Sensitive — Honda issues bearing supersessions at engine serial breaks; always verify your BF75 or BF90 serial number against the fitment table to confirm this is the correct part for your unit
- Critical to Lower-End Integrity — a correctly sized connecting rod bearing maintains the oil wedge between the rod and crankpin, protecting against metal-to-metal contact; a worn or incorrect bearing leads to knocking, accelerated journal wear, and eventual lower-end failure
The connecting rod bearing sits between the connecting rod's big end and the crankshaft journal, providing a precision sliding surface that allows the rod to rotate smoothly around the crankpin as the pistons fire. In a marine engine like the BF75 and BF90, this bearing operates under sustained load and must maintain exact oil clearance to carry the hydrodynamic film that separates moving surfaces. When a connecting rod bearing wears beyond its service limit or the wrong grade is installed, oil pressure at that journal drops, the rod begins to knock, and the crankshaft journal can sustain damage that requires a full lower-end rebuild.
Part Details
| Part Number | 13212-PLM-Y01 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Honda |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Connecting Rod Bearing B (Black) |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Models | Serial Range |
|---|---|---|
| Outboard Motor | BF75, BF90 | All |
Verify Before You Order
Fitment is machine-number and revision-specific; always confirm your model and serial number against the fitment list.
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