The Honda 16044-889-005 Choke Set is a genuine OEM component designed for E2500 generators, the FR700 tiller, G300 horizontal shaft engines, and WT20 and WT30 water pumps. As a direct Honda OEM part, it is manufactured to the same specification as the original, ensuring the choke mechanism operates exactly as intended. Verify your unit's serial number against the fitment table before ordering, as Honda supersedes carburetor components at specific serial breaks across these machine families.
Key Features
- Genuine Honda OEM Part — manufactured to Honda's original specification for correct choke plate geometry, shaft fit, and spring tension — the details that keep cold-start fuel enrichment working properly
- Complete Choke Set — supplied as a set with all necessary choke components, simplifying the service procedure and avoiding the need to source individual pieces separately
- Broad Cross-Equipment Fitment — covers E2500 generators, the FR700 tiller, G300 horizontal shaft engines, and WT20 and WT30 water pumps, including models up to specific serial ranges shown in the fitment table
- Check Your Serial Number — Honda updates carburetor choke components at serial break points; confirm your machine's serial number matches the fitment table to receive the correct set
- Cold-Start Performance — a worn or damaged choke set causes hard starting in cold conditions and can result in an over-lean mixture at startup, increasing engine wear and reducing service life
The choke is the carburetor's cold-start system: a plate or valve that restricts airflow into the throat of the carburetor, temporarily enriching the fuel-air mixture so the engine fires reliably from a cold start. Once the engine reaches operating temperature, the choke opens fully to restore normal airflow and metering. When the choke set is worn, stuck, or damaged, the engine may refuse to start when cold, run roughly during warm-up, or stall before it reaches operating temperature — all of which put unnecessary strain on the machine and frustrate the operator. Replacing the choke set with a genuine Honda part restores the precise fit and movement the carburetor was designed around.
Part Details
| Part Number | 16044-889-005 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Honda |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Choke Set |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Models | Serial Range |
|---|---|---|
| Generator | E2500 | All |
| Horizontal Shaft Engine | G300 | All |
| Tiller | FR700 | All |
| Water Pump | WT20, WT30 | 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
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