Read the product description and technical specifications to find out if Briggs & Stratton Recoil Starter Rope - 697316 is suitable or will fit your machine. If you're unsure, please call us on 01482 636210.
Keep your small engine starting reliably with this genuine Briggs & Stratton recoil starter rope (697316) — a simple but essential replacement part that restores smooth manual starting on compatible walk‑behind mowers and outdoor power equipment.
Designed to meet original equipment manufacturer (OEM) specifications, this starter rope is crafted for durability and dependable performance. It wraps around the recoil starter pulley and provides the grip and pull needed to engage the engine’s flywheel for manual ignition. If your original cord is frayed, stretched or broken, fitting this genuine rope helps bring your engine back to life with a reliable pull‑start every time.
Key Features:
Correct Size: Approximately 3.6 mm diameter and 2.2 m (88 5/8″) length — ideal for a wide range of Briggs & Stratton recoil starter systems.
OEM Quality: Manufactured to Briggs & Stratton specifications for a proper fit, reliable strength and long‑lasting service life.
Smooth Pull Action: Helps ensure smooth pull starts, reducing strain on the starter assembly and making engine starting easier.
Direct Replacement: Replaces older part numbers such as 692259 and 281464, making it a simple swap with the original rope.
Wide Compatibility: Used on many Briggs & Stratton single‑cylinder small engines, including 450, 500, 550 Series, Classic, Sprint, Quattro and other variants — always check your model for fit.
Why It Matters:
A worn or snapped starter rope can leave your engine impossible or difficult to start. Replacing it with this genuine part restores dependable manual starting, reducing frustration and extending the service life of your recoil starter system.
All machines undergo a professional assembly and rigorous testing before we dispatch.
All machines are free delivery to the local area around our branches. Spare parts are delivered nationally.
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