The Honda 28461-Z2E-003 Starter Grip is a genuine OEM Starter Grip designed for GX270, GX390, and GX440 horizontal shaft engines, as well as EB5000, EB6500, EM5000, and EM6500 generators. As a direct Honda OEM component, this grip is manufactured to the same standard as the original part it replaces, ensuring a correct fit without any guesswork. Honda supersedes parts at production serial breaks, so confirm your unit's serial number against the fitment table before ordering.
Key Features
- Genuine Honda OEM — sourced directly from Honda, this grip matches the original in dimensions and material, so the pull cord seats and routes correctly through the recoil starter housing.
- Broad Fitment — fits GX270, GX390, and GX440 horizontal shaft engines, along with EB5000, EB6500, EM5000, and EM6500 generators; check your serial number against the fitment table to confirm the correct version for your unit.
- Restore a Clean Pull — a cracked, split, or missing starter grip makes cold-start pulls difficult and uncomfortable; replacing it with part number 28461-Z2E-003 restores a secure, confident grip on every pull.
The starter grip is the handle at the end of the recoil starter rope — it is the point of contact between the operator and the engine's starting system on every pull. A worn or damaged grip can slip in the hand, making it harder to generate the pull speed needed to fire the engine, and a cracked grip can eventually allow the rope to fray or detach at the handle. Replacing a degraded grip is a straightforward service item that restores comfortable, consistent starting on the GX-series engines and generators this part covers.
Part Details
| Part Number | 28461-Z2E-003 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Honda |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Starter Grip |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Models | Serial Range |
|---|---|---|
| Generator | EB5000, EB6500, EM5000, EM6500 | All |
| Horizontal Shaft Engine | GX270, GX390, GX440 | 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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