Small Engine
Honda GX200
4-Stroke
The Honda GX200 is a 196cc 4-stroke overhead-valve engine and the primary powerplant for Honda-branded pressure washers up to 3,000 PSI, entry-level generators, tillers, and plate compactors. One of the most commonly serviced small engines in North America due to its widespread OEM use. It uses a Keihin float-type carburetor and accepts NGK BPR6ES or Champion RC12YC spark plugs. Routine maintenance every 100 hours: oil change (SAE 10W-30), air filter service, and spark plug inspection. The carburetor main jet, float, and needle are the primary wear items on high-hour GX200s.
Honda GX200 quick specs
- Equipment
- Small Engine · 4-Stroke
- Covered Parts
- Spark Plug, Air Filter, Carburetor, Recoil Starter, Ignition Coil
- OEM References
- 98079-56846, 17210-ZE1-517, 16100-ZL0-W51, 28400-ZE2-013ZA, 30500-ZH8-W31
- Model Family
- GX120, GX140, GX160, GX200
- Last Reviewed
- 2026-05-21
- Data Confidence
- Aftermarket-confirmed
- Sources Consulted
- Honda GX200 parts references, Aftermarket catalog cross-references, Retailer fitment listings
Quick Fitment
| Part Type | OEM / Spec | Common Option | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spark Plug | 98079-56846 | NGK BPR6ES | Medium · 2026-05-21 |
| Air Filter | 17210-ZE1-517 | Stens 102-413 | Medium · 2026-05-21 |
| Carburetor | 16100-ZL0-W51 | Keihin BB62J | Medium · 2026-05-21 |
| Recoil Starter | 28400-ZE2-013ZA | Stens 150-107 | Medium · 2026-05-21 |
| Ignition Coil | 30500-ZH8-W31 | Stens 610-542 | Medium · 2026-05-21 |
Tune-Up Kit
Common service bundle: spark plug, air filter, carburetor.
Maintenance Interval
Inspect filters and fuel lines each season, replace spark plugs during annual service, and service carb/fuel-system parts when starting or idle symptoms appear.
Before You Buy
- Confirm the full model is Honda GX200, not just the family name.
- Check serial number, production date, and regional variant before ordering.
- Match the old OEM number stamped on the removed part when available.
- Compare dimensions, plug gap, thread, fuel line diameter, or chain pitch/gauge where applicable.
Common Mistakes
- Ordering from a family listing without checking the exact sub-model.
- Buying a kit that includes the headline part but wrong gaskets, lines, or bulb size.
- Choosing the wrong carburetor revision when multiple versions were used.
- Installing the correct plug number with the wrong gap.
Symptoms Map
Won't start
Spark plug, fuel filter, primer bulb, carburetor
Bogs under throttle
Air filter, carburetor, spark plug gap
Replacement Options
Best OEM equivalent
Start with OEM references 98079-56846, 17210-ZE1-517, 16100-ZL0-W51, 28400-ZE2-013ZA and match the removed part before choosing a listing.
Common aftermarket option
Cross-check aftermarket listings such as NGK BPR6ES (spark plug), Stens 102-413 (air filter), Keihin BB62J (carburetor) against the OEM number and dimensions.
Best for annual tune-up
Bundle spark plug, air filter when servicing the Honda GX200 at the start of the season.
Best budget kit
Use kit listings only when every included part matches this model page; cheap kits often mix correct headline parts with wrong bulbs, lines, or gaskets.
FAQ
Does this fit GX120 or GX140? Parts may interchange with GX120, GX140, GX160, but verify the serial range, OEM number, and physical part details before ordering.
Should I buy OEM or aftermarket parts for the Honda GX200? Use OEM when the part controls fuel metering, ignition, or safety. Aftermarket kits can be useful for routine filters, bulbs, plugs, and tune-up bundles when the OEM number and dimensions match.
How do I avoid ordering the wrong carburetor for the GX200? Match the carburetor number stamped on the removed unit, then compare linkage, choke setup, primer routing, gasket stack, and fuel-inlet direction.
What should I check before replacing fuel-system parts? Photograph the old fuel-line routing, match line diameter and filter style, and compare primer bulb size before buying a kit.
Spark Plug
- Reviewed
- 2026-05-21
- Dimensions
- 0.7mm gap
- Variant notes
- Used in pressure washers, generators, tillers, and go-karts
Air Filter
- Reviewed
- 2026-05-21
- Variant notes
- Paper element; supersedes 17210-ZE1-505. Also fits GX140, GX160
| Brand | Part # | |
|---|---|---|
| Stens | 102-413 | Some links may be affiliate links. Match the OEM number, dimensions, and model variant before buying. |
Carburetor
- Reviewed
- 2026-05-21
- Variant notes
- Keihin BB62J float-type carb
| Brand | Part # | |
|---|---|---|
| Keihin | BB62J | Some links may be affiliate links. Match the OEM number, dimensions, and model variant before buying. |
Recoil Starter
- Reviewed
- 2026-05-21
- Variant notes
- Also fits GX140, GX160
| Brand | Part # | |
|---|---|---|
| Stens | 150-107 | Some links may be affiliate links. Match the OEM number, dimensions, and model variant before buying. |
Ignition Coil
- Reviewed
- 2026-05-21
- Variant notes
- Also fits GX140, GX160
| Brand | Part # | |
|---|---|---|
| Stens | 610-542 | Some links may be affiliate links. Match the OEM number, dimensions, and model variant before buying. |