The Honda 16500-Z5K-800 Remote Control Assembly is a genuine OEM replacement designed for GX240 and GX270 horizontal shaft engines. As a factory-original component, this assembly is manufactured to Honda's exact specifications, ensuring a direct, hassle-free installation with no adaptation needed. Whether you're restoring throttle and choke control to a worn unit or replacing a damaged assembly, this is the correct part for these engines — verify your engine's serial number against the fitment table to confirm the right revision for your build.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Throttle and Choke Control — factory-original assembly engineered to Honda's specifications for accurate governor response and consistent speed control on GX240 and GX270 engines.
- Direct OEM Replacement — connects and aligns exactly as the original, allowing straightforward installation without modification or adaptation.
- GX240 and GX270 Fitment — designed specifically for these Honda horizontal shaft engines; confirm your serial number against the fitment table, as Honda supersedes parts at serial breaks.
- Restored Speed Regulation — a failed or damaged remote control assembly causes erratic throttle response, governor hunting, or loss of remote speed adjustment; this part restores precise operator control over engine speed.
The Remote Control Assembly is the external throttle and choke control interface that connects the operator's speed-adjustment input to the engine's carburetor and governor system. It typically integrates the throttle cable bracket, choke linkage, and associated control levers into a single serviceable unit, allowing the operator to command engine speed from a remote mounting point on the equipment it powers. When this assembly wears, corrodes, or breaks, the engine may lose the ability to hold a steady governed speed or respond correctly to throttle commands — symptoms that affect both the output and the safety of the equipment.
Part Details
| Part Number | 16500-Z5K-800 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Honda |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Remote Control Assembly |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Models | Serial Range |
|---|---|---|
| Horizontal Shaft Engine | GX270 | 1344397-9999999 |
| Horizontal Shaft Engine | GX240 | 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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