The Honda 75090-VA4-030 Ball Control Plate Assembly is a genuine OEM component designed for GXV160 vertical shaft engines and a wide range of Honda walk-behind lawn mowers, including the HR194, HR195, HR214, HR215, HR216, HRA214, HRA215, HRA216, HRC215, and HRC216. As a direct Honda OEM part, this assembly is manufactured to the same specifications as the original, ensuring correct operation and a proper drop-in fit. Because Honda supersedes parts at serial breaks, confirm your machine's serial number against the fitment table before ordering to be sure this is the right assembly for your unit.
Key Features
- Genuine Honda OEM Quality — manufactured to the same specifications as the original assembly, so the control geometry and engagement action behave exactly as Honda intended
- Broad Mower Fitment — fits the HR194, HR195, HR214, HR215, HR216, HRA214, HRA215, HRA216, HRC215, and HRC216 lawn mowers, as well as the GXV160 vertical shaft engine
- Verify by Serial Number — Honda updates parts at production breaks, so cross-check your machine's serial number against the fitment table to confirm this is the correct assembly for your unit
- Restore Proper Drive Engagement — a worn or damaged ball control plate disrupts the mechanical linkage that governs drive engagement, leading to erratic or unresponsive control; replacing it restores smooth, consistent operation
The Ball Control Plate Assembly is a mechanical control component that forms part of the drive engagement linkage on Honda walk-behind lawn mowers. It works in conjunction with the control cable and drive mechanism to translate operator input into consistent, predictable engagement of the mower's propulsion or blade system. When the plate wears, cracks, or becomes damaged, the linkage loses its precise geometry, causing sluggish response, incomplete engagement, or total loss of drive control — making timely replacement essential to keeping the mower performing as designed.
Part Details
| Part Number | 75090-VA4-030 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Honda |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Ball Control Plate Assembly |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Models | Serial Range |
|---|---|---|
| Lawn Mower | HR194, HR214, HRA214 | 1275878-9999999 |
| Lawn Mower | HR195, HR215, HR216, HRA215, HRA216, HRC215, HRC216 | All |
| Vertical Shaft Engine | GXV160 | 1000001-1101679 |
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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