Description
Overview:
The Governor Spring for Honda small engines is a durable metal coil that connects into the governor linkage to keep engine speed steady as load changes. This non-genuine replacement is designed for Honda GX140 and GX160K1 engines commonly found on construction and garden machinery such as plate compactors, generators, pumps, and tillers. It replaces Honda OEM reference 16561-ZE1-020, providing reliable speed regulation and helping to reduce hunting or surging when correctly adjusted. Supplied as a single spring with hooked ends for straightforward connection to the governor arm and throttle link, it is suitable for routine maintenance or repair work where consistent RPM and smooth response are required.
Key Features:
- Non-genuine replacement for Honda 16561-ZE1-020
- Durable metal construction for long service life
- Helps maintain stable RPM under varying load
- Direct fit for GX140, GX160K1, and GX160H1 governor linkage
- Simple to install with basic hand tools; no modification required
- Supports smooth throttle response and reduced surging when set up correctly
- Suitable for preventative maintenance and repairs on site or in the workshop
- Cost-effective alternative to OEM parts while maintaining dependable performance
Typical Applications:
Used on general-purpose Honda GX engines powering equipment such as concrete mixers, plate compactors, pressure washers, water pumps, generators, lawn and garden machinery, and small agricultural tools. Ideal for restoring consistent engine speed control after wear, damage, or loss of spring tension in the original governor linkage.
Also known as:
Governor return spring, throttle governor spring, governor control spring, speed governor spring, governor linkage spring, RPM control spring.
Fits Models:
GX140, GX160H1, GX160K1
Alternate Part Numbers:
16561 ZE1 020, 16561ZE1020
Product Specifications
| L&S Part No. | 355 1391 |
|---|---|
| Part Type | Non Genuine Part |
| Unit of Sale | 1 |
| Machine Type | Engines |
| Fits Brands | Honda |
| Key Features | - Non-genuine replacement for Honda 16561-ZE1-020 - Direct fit for GX140, GX160K1, GX160H1 engines - Durable metal construction for long service life - Helps maintain stable RPM under varying load - Simple to install with basic hand tools |
| Fits Models | GX140 | GX160K1 (GC02) | GX160H1 (GCAAH) | GX160K1 (GCAAK) | GX160K1 (GDAA) |
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