YAMAKATO Recoil Starter for Honda GX120 GX160 GX200 – 28400-ZH8-13YA/28400-ZH8-013ZA

Revitalize your engine start with the YAMAKATO Recoil Starter

When starting a small- to mid-size engine, reliability matters. The YAMAKATO Recoil Starter Pull Start Assembly is designed to deliver a solid, repeatable pull for select Honda GX-series engines. The unit features a vibrant red housing and a compact 51 mm ratchet housing, giving you a visual cue for a dependable component in your machine’s starting system. A 4.0 mm nylon braided pull rope is included to align with Honda-style cords, offering a smooth feel when you pull and a durable grip through frequent starts.

With its aftermarket design, this kit echoes the fit and function of the original parts while offering a straightforward replacement option. It comes ready-to-install, including the pull starter, rope, a small hardware set, and a decal—all packaged to simplify quick swaps during routine maintenance or a busy workday.

Key specifications at a glance

• Total weight around 410 g, indicating a sturdy, robust assembly
• Red plastic housing with a 51 mm diameter ratchet
• Center-to-center bolt hole pattern: 139 mm in a triangle pattern; hole-to-hole center distance 160 mm
• 4.0 mm nylon braided pull rope designed for durability
• Aftermarket standard compatible with Honda part numbers 28400-ZH8-13YA, 28400-ZH8-013ZA, 28400-ZH8-013ZB

What’s included

• 1 recoil pull starter
• 1 pull rope
• 3 nuts
• 1 decal

Compatibility and fit

Designed for many Honda GX120, GX160, and GX200 engines (5.5 hp to 6.5 hp ranges) and their generators, lawn mowers, edge trimmers, snow blowers, pressure washers, water pumps, ATVs, mini bikes, tillers, and go-karts. It is an aftermarket replacement that may suit a broad set of GX-series applications, including engines powering 159cc and 196cc variants.

Important: it does not fit every GX-series model. Before ordering, compare your pully, pawl, and ratchet type, plus the nut hole positions and overall size against your original starter to confirm a match.

Real-world use and benefits

The red housing makes the unit easy to locate in your toolkit or on the machine. Its solid construction supports regular starting activity across a range of equipment, from stationary generators to mobile lawn care tools. The included rope and hardware streamline installation, reducing downtime during maintenance or part swaps. While a fit cannot be guaranteed for every GX variant, this kit provides a practical, ready-to-install option for many GX120/GX160/GX200 applications, potentially helping you keep equipment ready for use when you need it most.

Why choose YAMAKATO

• Durable build designed for repeated starts
• 4.0 mm braided rope offers reliable performance under tension
• Comes with essential hardware for a complete, single-package installation