The Honda 24610-881-010 Shift Shaft is a genuine OEM component designed for BF75, BF100, and BF8 outboard motors. As a direct Honda OEM replacement, this part is manufactured to the exact specifications of the original, ensuring a proper fit without modification. This shaft serves a critical role in the gearcase, and matching part number 24610-881-010 to your outboard's serial number via the fitment table is the surest way to confirm compatibility before ordering.
Key Features
- Genuine Honda OEM Construction — manufactured to Honda's original specification for correct geometry and engagement travel, exactly as the factory-installed shaft.
- Positive Gear Engagement — a properly functioning shift shaft translates control-handle movement into clean, decisive gear selection; a worn or damaged shaft leads to missed or slipping gear changes on the water.
- Broad Outboard Fitment — covers BF75, BF100, and BF8 outboard motors, including both the portable and standard Portable Outboard Motor variants in the lineup.
- Verify by Serial Number — Honda updates outboard components at production serial breaks, so confirm your motor's serial number against the fitment table to ensure this is the correct shaft for your unit.
The shift shaft is the mechanical link between the gear-shift handle and the gearcase dog clutch inside the lower unit of an outboard motor. When the operator moves the shift lever, the shaft rotates or translates that motion down into the gearcase, where it engages forward, neutral, or reverse gear. When the shaft wears, bends, or develops play, gear changes become imprecise or fail to engage fully, leaving the operator unable to select a gear reliably — a serious concern on the water. Replacing a damaged shift shaft with a genuine Honda part restores the crisp, positive shifting the motor was designed to deliver.
Part Details
| Part Number | 24610-881-010 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Honda |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Shift Shaft |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Models | Serial Range |
|---|---|---|
| Outboard Motor | BF75 | All |
| Portable Outboard Motor | BF8, BF100 | All |
Verify Before You Order
Fitment is machine-number and revision-specific; always confirm your model and serial number against the fitment list.
Why Buy From DHS Equipment
Every part is verified against the manufacturer's part number before it ships, so what you order is what arrives. We carry parts from leading OEM brands and our own DHS Quality Parts line of professional aftermarket components. Need help finding the right part? Our team is available to confirm compatibility whenever you need it. Orders are processed fast to keep your jobs on track. We don't just sell parts. We keep you jobsite ready.
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