Honda GX200RH-how tough is it?

[rimwithbrim]

Does anyone have any experience with the Honda GX200RH motor? I am wondering how well the clutch holds up and how much of a pain in the arse it is to replace when it does go out?

Any info would be great.

PS. this is actually for a paragliding tow winch application but I figured people on this forum would probly have used and abused this motor already. Check it out if you want: www.cloud-street.blogspot.com

 

[ed1380]

to replace the clutch just unscrew the little lock screw take the key out and the clutch slides off.

dont have one so cant say about the reliability

 

[newrider3]

Those Hondas with the wet bath clutch are extremely reliable, those are the engines they use in concession karts that get abused for 8 hours a day.

 

[rimwithbrim]

Those Hondas with the wet bath clutch are extremely reliable, those are the engines they use in concession karts that get abused for 8 hours a day.

Cool. I figure it has to be pretty reliable being a honda and all. I wonder how hard it is to fix/get parts if the clutch goes out?

I'm trying to be sure before switching components on my winch. Although the max torque clutch has been great so far, it would be nice not to have to lube the clutch bushing every time we go out.