Red Recoil Pull Starter for Predator 212 & Honda GX160 / GX200

Predator 212 & Honda GX Pull Starter Compatibility Guide

This brand-new red recoil pull starter assembly is a direct replacement for the Predator 212cc engines used on mini bikes and go karts, plus Honda GX120, GX160 and GX200 engines and the many 4HP–6.5HP clone engines built on the same design. If your rope snapped, won’t rewind, or the starter spins without catching the engine, this is the part that fixes it.

Match it before you buy. Most 159cc–212cc GX-style engines share the same pull starter, but blower housings can differ between brands and years. Bring in your old pull starter (or your mini bike, go kart or engine) and we will confirm the fit.

Specifications

• Type: Recoil pull starter assembly (complete unit, ready to bolt on)
• Housing: Hard metal shell, red finish
• Rope: High-strength nylon pull cord
• Handle: High-quality plastic T-grip handle
• Engine size: 4HP–6.5HP, 118cc–212cc GX-style OHV engines
• Cross-reference: Honda 28400-ZH8-013YA style recoil starter

Compatible Engines & Machines

• Predator engines: Predator 212cc 6.5HP and Predator 196cc OHV engines
• Honda engines: GX120 (4HP), GX160 (5.5HP) and GX200 (6.5HP), plus 168F / 170F clone engines
• Coleman mini bikes: CT200U, CT200U-EX, BT200X and B200R
• Coleman go karts: KT196
• Other mini bikes: TrailMaster MB200-2, Baja MB200 and other 196cc–212cc mini bikes
• Other engines: Hisun 196cc and Champion 196cc–212cc engines
• Power equipment: 4HP–6.5HP, 159cc–196cc generator, pressure washer, water pump, tiller and log splitter engines

Fitment varies by year and model, so always compare against your original pull starter.

Signs Your Pull Starter Is Going Bad

• The rope won’t rewind, or only goes back in part of the way.
• The rope is frayed or has snapped.
• You pull the rope but the starter spins freely without turning the engine over.
• Grinding, clicking or slipping when you pull.
• A cracked housing or a broken handle.

If the rope is very hard to pull or won’t move at all, the problem may be inside the engine, not the starter. Bring your mini bike or go kart in and our service department will find the real cause — basic diagnostics are free.

Predator 212 Pull Starter FAQ

Will this fit my Coleman CT200U or BT200X mini bike?
Yes. The Coleman CT200U, CT200U-EX, BT200X and B200R use a Predator-style 196cc–212cc engine that takes this pull starter.

Does it fit Honda GX120, GX160 and GX200 engines?
Yes. It is built for the Honda GX120, GX160 and GX200 and the clone engines that copy them. It does not fit larger engines like the GX270 or GX390.

Will it fit my Predator 212 Hemi or non-Hemi?
It fits the standard GX-style blower housing used on most Predator 212 engines. If you have a modified or aftermarket housing, bring your old starter in and we will check it.

Can you replace it for me?
Yes. Our service department can replace your pull starter — call (323) 588-6634 to make an appointment.

Is it in stock?
Yes, it’s in stock at FE Motorsports, 2916 S Santa Fe Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90058. Open Mon–Sat 9 AM–6 PM, Sun 9 AM–2 PM.