Honda GX360 K1

Honda GX360 K1The Honda GX360 K1 is a 359 cc (21.9 cu·in) natural aspirated single-cylinder four-stroke liquid-cooled internal combustion small gasoline engine with a horizontal shaft, manufactured by Honda Motor Company for general-purpose applications.

It has a 58.0 mm (2.28 in) cylinder bore and 68.0 mm (2.68 in) piston stroke. The compression ratio rating is 8.5:1.

The Honda GX360 K1 engine produced 13.2 PS (9.7 kW; 13.0 HP) at 3,600 rpm of maximum output power and 25.7 N·m (2.6 kg·m, 18.9 ft·lb) at 3,000 rpm of peak torque.

The Honda GX360 K1 features:

  • Overhead valve (OHV) design
  • Transistorized ignition system
  • Horizontal type carburetor with butterfly valve
  • Centrifugal govervor
  • Forced oil by trochoid pump lubrication system
  • Liquid cooling system

General information

Engine Specifications
Engine modelGX360 K1
Engine type4-stroke, OHV, single-cylinder
Displacement359 cm3, (21.9 cu·in)
Max. horsepower13.2 PS (9.7 kW; 13.0 HP) at 3,600 rpm
Max. torque25.7 N·m (2.6 kg·m, 18.9 ft·lb) at 3,000 rpm
Cooling systemLiquid-cooled
Lubricating systemForced oil by trochoid pump
Ignition systemTransistorized ignition
Fuel systemHorizontal type carburetor with butterfly valve
Fuel tank capacity6.0 L (1.59 US. gal. 1.32 Imp. gal.)
Fuel usedUnleaded gasoline (octane number 86 or higher)
Starting systemElectric starter
Stoping systemIgnition primary circuit ground
GovernorCentrifugal govervor
PTO shaft rotationCounterclockwise (from PTO shaft side)
Dimensions (L x W X H)515 x 490 x 530 mm (20.3 x 19.3 x 20.9 in)
Dry weight48.5 kg (106.9 lbs)

Cylinder Block and Head

Cylinder block
Compression ratio:8.5:1
Cylinder bore:58.0 mm (2.28 in)
Piston stroke:68.0 mm (2.68 in)
Cylinder internal diameter (standard):58.000 mm (2.2835 in)
Piston skirt outer diameter (standard):57.970 mm (2.2823 in)
Number of piston rings (compression / oil):2/1
Side clearance (Top):0.030 mm (0.0012 in)
Side clearance (Second):0.030 mm (0.0012 in)
Side clearance (Oil):0.030 mm (0.0012 in)
Ring end gap (Top):0.200 mm (0.0079 in)
Ring end gap (Second):0.200 mm (0.0079 in)
Ring width (Top):1.200 mm (0.0472 in)
Ring width (Second):1.200 mm (0.0472 in)
Crankshaft main journal diameter:33.010 mm (1.2996 in)
Crankpin journal diameter:32.000 mm (1.2598 in)
Cylinder head
Valves:2
Valve head diameter (INTAKE):28.0 mm (1.1024 in)
Valve head diameter (EXHAUST):22.0 mm (0.8661 in)
Valve steam diameter (INTAKE):5.468-5.480 mm (0.2153-0.2157 in)
Valve steam diameter (EXHAUST):5.435-5.450 mm (0.214-0.2146 in)
Camshaft lobe height (INTAKE):26.0 mm (1.0236 in)
Camshaft lobe height (EXHAUST):25.9 mm (1.0197 in)
Camshaft journal diameter :15.98 mm (0.6291 in)

Tightening torque specs

Tightening torque specs
Cylinder head – cylinder block (M8x1.25)22.5 Nm; 2.25 kg·m; 16.3 ft·lb
Crankcase – cylinder block (M8x1.25)22.5 Nm; 2.25 kg·m; 16.3 ft·lb
Crankcase – cylinder block (M6x1.0)10 Nm; 1.0 kg·m; 7.2 ft·lb
Connecting rod – connecting rod cup (M7x0.75)22 Nm; 2.2 kg·m; 15.9 ft·lb
Flywheel-crankshaft (M16x1.5)115 Nm; 11.5 kg·m; 83.2 ft·lb
Timing pulley – crankshaft (M30x1.0)22.5 Nm; 2.25 kg·m; 16.3 ft·lb
Crankshaft pulley – crankshaft (M10x1.25)24 Nm; 2.4 kg·m; 17 ft·lb
Crankcase cover bolt (M8x1.25)35 Nm; 3.5 kg·m; 25.3 ft·lb
Cylinder head-cover head (M6x1.0)10 Nm; 1.0 kg·m; 7 ft·lb
Timing belt cover (M6x1.0)8 Nm; 0.8 kg·m; 5.8 ft·lb
Muffler mounting nut (M8x1.25)24 Nm; 2.4 kg·m; 17 ft·lb
Exhaust manifold – cylinder head (M8x1.25)22 Nm; 2.2 kg·m; 15.9 ft·lb
Intake manifold – cylinder head (M6x1.0)10 Nm; 0.1 kg·m; 7 ft·lb
Governor arm – shaft (M6x1.0)10 Nm; 0.1 kg·m; 7 ft·lb
Water pump – cylinder block (M6x1.0)10 Nm; 1.0 kg·m; 7 ft·lb
Governor case – cylinder head (M6x1.0)10 Nm; 1.0 kg·m; 7 ft·lb
Cooling fan – shaft (M8x1.25)22.5 Nm; 2.25 kg·m; 16.3 ft·lb
Air cleaner elbow – carburetor stud (M6x1.0)8.5 Nm; 0.85 kg·m; 6.1 ft·lb
Standard torque values
Bolt, nut (5 mm)5.5 Nm; 0.55 kg·m; 4.0 ft·lb
Bolt, nut (6 mm)10 Nm; 1.0 kg·m; 7 ft·lb
Bolt, nut (8 mm)24 Nm; 2.4 kg·m; 17 ft·lb
Bolt, nut (10 mm)37.5 Nm; 3.75 kg·m; 27 ft·lb

Service Data

Idle speed:1,300±150 rpm
Cylinder compression:12.0 kg/cm2 (171 psi) at 500 rpm
Valve clearance
Intake valve clearance:0.10-0.14 mm (0.0039-0.0055 in)
Exhaust valve clearance:0.10-0.14 mm (0.0039-0.0055 in)
Oil system
Lubrication system:Forced oil by trochoid pump
Oil type:Honda 4-stroke or an equivalent (SE or SF)
Recommended oil:SAE 10W-40
Oil capacity:1.4 L (1.48 US. qt, 1.23 Imp. qt.)
Oil pressure (min):2.0 kg/cm2 (28.4 psi)
Cooling system
Coolant capacity (radiator and engine)2.0 L (2.11 US qt)
Coolant capacity (reserve tank)0.4 L (0.43 US qt)
Coolant capacity (total system)2.4 L (2.54 US qt)
Fuel system
Type:Horizontal type carburetor with butterfly valve
Main jet:#88
Float height:13.2 mm (0.5197 in)
Pilot screw opening:1-1/4 turns out
Ignition system
Type:Transistorized ignition
Ignition timing:24°±4° B.T.D.C.
Spark plug:NGK: BPR4HS
Spark plug gap:0.6-0.7 mm (0.0236-0.0276 in)
Ignition coil air gap0.2-0.6 mm (0.008-0.024 in)
Primary side ignition coil resistance0.9-1.1 kΩ
Secondary side ignition coil resistance8.8-13.2 kΩ
Ignition coil air gap0.4 ± 0.2 (0.016 ± 0.008)
Starter motor
Brush length14 mm (0.55 in), limit: 9.0 mm (0.35 in)
Mica depth (limit)0.2 mm (0.008 in)

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