The Honda 28421-883-315 Ratchet Kit is a genuine OEM replacement designed for a wide range of Honda generators, tillers, engines, lawn mowers, and water pumps, including the E1500, ED1000, EG1000, EG1500, F400, F500, FR500, G150, G200, GV150, GV200, HR21, WA20, and WA30. As a direct Honda OEM component, this kit meets the original specifications set for these machines, ensuring the recoil starter's ratchet mechanism engages and releases correctly. Confirm your machine's serial number against the fitment table before ordering, as Honda supersedes parts at serial breaks and more than one variant may be listed across this broad range.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Ratchet Engagement — sourced directly from Honda, this kit delivers the correct pawl geometry and spring tension needed for positive starter engagement on each covered model
- Direct OEM Replacement — replaces the original ratchet components with no modification to the recoil starter housing required
- Broad Fitment Coverage — fits E1500, ED1000, EG1000, and EG1500 generators; F400, F500, and FR500 tillers; G150 and G200 horizontal shaft engines; GV150 and GV200 vertical shaft engines; HR21 lawn mowers; and WA20 and WA30 water pumps
- Serial Number Verification Recommended — Honda updates ratchet kit specifications at production serial breaks across this model range; always match your serial number to the fitment table to confirm the correct kit
- Restored Starting Reliability — a worn or damaged ratchet allows the starter rope to disengage without turning the engine; replacing this kit restores crisp, consistent cranking on every pull
The ratchet kit is the mechanical heart of a recoil starter assembly. When the operator pulls the starter rope, the ratchet pawls extend outward and lock into the starter cup on the engine's flywheel, transferring the rope's energy into engine rotation. Once the engine fires and the rope is released, the pawls retract so the flywheel can spin freely without dragging the recoil mechanism. When the pawls, springs, or ratchet body wear or break, the starter either slips under load or fails to release after cranking — leaving the engine unable to start or the rope jammed. Replacing the ratchet kit with a genuine Honda part restores full engagement and release function across every pull.
Part Details
| Part Number | 28421-883-315 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Honda |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Ratchet Kit |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Models | Serial Range |
|---|---|---|
| Generator | EG1000 | 1000001-1072857 |
| Generator | E1500, EG1500 | 1000001-1132419 |
| Generator | ED1000 | All |
| Horizontal Shaft Engine | G150 | 1000001-1072857 |
| Horizontal Shaft Engine | G200 | 1000001-1132419 |
| Lawn Mower | HR21 | 1000001-3039753 |
| Tiller | F400 | 1000001-1072857 |
| Tiller | F500 | 1000001-1132419 |
| Tiller | FR500 | 1533901-9999999 |
| Vertical Shaft Engine | GV150 | 1000001-2018341 |
| Vertical Shaft Engine | GV200 | 1025505-1025505 |
| Water Pump | WA20, WA30 | 1000001-1072857 |
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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