Technical Information; Serial Number And Type Location; High Altitude Operation; Specifications - Honda GCV160 Owner's Manual

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

Serial Number and Type Location

Record the engine serial number and type in the space below. You will
need this information when ordering parts and when making technical
or warranty inquiries.
MODEL SERIAL NUMBER
GCV160
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GCV190
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DATE OF
PURCHASE
ELECTRIC STARTER TYPES
SERIAL
TYPE
NUMBER
LOCATION
LOCATION
Carburetor Modifications for High Altitude Operation
At high altitude, the standard carburetor air-fuel mixture will be too
rich. Performance will decrease, and fuel consumption will increase. A
very rich mixture will also foul the spark plug and cause hard starting.
Operation at an altitude that differs from that at which this engine was
certified, for extended periods of time, may increase emissions.
High altitude performance can be improved by specific modifications
to the carburetor. If you always operate your engine at altitudes above
1,500 meters, have your servicing dealer perform this carburetor
modification. This engine, when operated at high altitude with the
carburetor modifications for high altitude use, will meet each emission
standard throughout its useful life.
Even with carburetor modification, engine horsepower will decrease
about 3.5% for each 300-meter increase in altitude. The effect of
altitude on horsepower will be greater than this if no carburetor
modification is made.
NOTICE
When the carburetor has been modified for high altitude operation,
the air-fuel mixture will be too lean for low altitude use. Operation at
altitudes below 1,500 meters with a modified carburetor may cause
the engine to overheat and result in serious engine damage. For use
at low altitudes, have your servicing dealer return the carburetor to
original factory specifications.
ENGINE TYPE
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SERIAL NUMBER AND
TYPE LOCATION
SERIAL NUMBER TYPE
ENGLISH

Specifications

GCV160
Type
Length x Width x Height
Dry weight
Engine type
Displacement
[Bore x Stroke]
Maximum output*
Maximum torque
Oil capacity
Fuel tank capacity
Fuel consumption
Cooling system
Ignition system
PTO shaft rotation
Charging system: BBC types
Flywheel brake types
GCV190
Type
Length x Width x Height
Dry weight
Engine type
Displacement
[Bore x Stroke]
Maximum output*
Maximum torque
Oil capacity
Fuel tank capacity
Fuel consumption
Cooling system
Ignition system
PTO shaft rotation
Charging system: BBC types
Flywheel brake types
* Horsepower rating (shown as maximum power output at 3,600 rpm) is in accordance
with SAE J1995. Actual engine power will be lower. Engine power depends on
accessories, operating speeds, operating conditions, and other variables.
Tuneup
ITEM
Spark plug gap
Valve clearance (cold)
Other specifications

Quick Reference Information

Fuel Type
Engine Oil Type
Carburetor Idle Speed
Spark plug Type
Maintenance Before each use
First 5 hours
Subsequent
Recoil start Electric start
367 x 331 x 360 mm 367 x 354 x 360 mm
9.8 kg
4-stroke, overhead cam, single cylinder
3
160 cm
[64 x 50 mm]
4.1 kW at 3,600 rpm
11.4 N•m at 2,500 rpm
0.55 
1.1 
313 g/kWh
Forced air
Transistorized magneto
Counterclockwise
12 Vdc, 0.15 A min. @ 2900 rpm
12 Vdc, 0.20 A min. @ 2900 rpm
Recoil start Electric start
367 x 331 x 368 mm 367 x 354 x 368 mm
12.3 kg
4-stroke, overhead cam, single cylinder
3
187 cm
[69 x 50 mm]
4.8 kW at 3,600 rpm
13.2 N•m at 2,500 rpm
0.55 
1.1 
313 g/kWh
Forced air
Transistorized magneto
Counterclockwise
12 Vdc, 0.15 A min. at 2,900 rpm
12 Vdc, 0.20 A min. at 2,900 rpm
SPECIFICATION MAINTENANCE
0.7 ~ 0.8 mm Refer to page 8.
IN: 0.15 ± 0.04 mm See your authorized
EX: 0.20 ± 0.04 mm Honda dealer
No other adjustments needed.
Unleaded gasoline with a pump octane rating
of 86 or higher (page 7).
SAE 10W-30, API SJ or later, for general use.
Refer to page 7.
1,400 ± 150 rpm
BPR6ES (NGK)
Check engine oil level. Refer to page 7.
Check air filter. Refer to page 8.
Change engine oil. Refer to page 7.
Refer to the maintenance schedule on page 6.
11.6 kg
13.3 kg
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