The Honda 16555-894-010 Governor Rod is a genuine OEM Governor Rod designed for the GV200 vertical shaft engine. Sourced directly from Honda, this part is manufactured to the same specification as the original component it replaces. Confirm fitment against the serial number on your GV200 before ordering, as Honda supersedes parts at production breaks.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Quality — Honda-sourced and built to the same specification as the original, ensuring the governor linkage behaves exactly as designed for the GV200.
- Direct Replacement — a drop-in replacement for the original rod; no reworking of the linkage assembly required.
- Verified GV200 Fitment — engineered specifically for the GV200 vertical shaft engine; always cross-check your unit's serial number against the fitment table before ordering.
- Speed Stability — a correctly functioning Governor Rod allows the governor system to maintain steady engine speed under changing load; a bent, worn, or broken rod causes erratic RPM, hunting, or loss of speed control.
The Governor Rod is a rigid link within the mechanical governor system that connects the governor arm to the throttle linkage. As engine speed changes, the governor senses the shift and moves the rod to open or close the throttle accordingly, keeping the engine running at a consistent speed under varying loads. When this rod is bent, disconnected, or worn at its pivot points, the engine loses the ability to regulate its own speed — resulting in surging, racing, or stalling under load.
Part Details
| Part Number | 16555-894-010 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Honda |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Governor Rod |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Models | Serial Range |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical Shaft Engine | GV200 | 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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