The Honda 16561-Z9L-000 Governor Spring is a genuine OEM Governor Spring designed for the HRN216 lawn mower. As a direct Honda OEM component, this spring is manufactured to the exact specification the original assembly requires, ensuring the governor system operates as intended. Confirm your mower's serial number against the fitment table before ordering to make sure part number 16561-Z9L-000 is the correct match for your unit.
Key Features
- Genuine Honda OEM — sourced directly from Honda, this spring meets the precise tension and dimensional requirements that keep the governor system responsive and consistent under load.
- Correct Spring Tension — governor spring tension directly governs how quickly and accurately the engine responds to speed changes; a stretched or broken spring causes hunting, surging, or runaway speed.
- Fits HRN216 Lawn Mowers — designed specifically for the Honda HRN216, so this part installs into the governor linkage without modification.
- Verify Your Serial Number — Honda updates parts at serial number breaks, so cross-check your mower's serial number against the fitment table to confirm this is the right spring for your machine.
The governor spring is a small but critical component in the mechanical governor system of the HRN216 lawn mower's engine. It works in tension against the governor flyweights, setting the equilibrium point at which the throttle holds a target RPM — when load increases and the engine slows, the spring pulls the throttle open; when load drops, the flyweights push back. A fatigued or broken spring disrupts this balance, causing the engine to surge, hunt for RPM, or lose the ability to hold a steady speed under varying cutting conditions.
Part Details
| Part Number | 16561-Z9L-000 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Honda |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Governor Spring |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Models | Serial Range |
|---|---|---|
| Lawn Mower | HRN216 | 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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