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Durautos 16-Tooth Steel Starter for Briggs & Stratton 12-22HP & John Deere L120, Replaces 795121 691262

Durautos 16-Tooth Steel Starter for Briggs & Stratton 12-22HP & John Deere L120, Replaces 795121 691262

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Durautos Briggs and Stratton 795121 Starter & john Deere L120 Starter (16-Tooth)
★★★★★ 5.0/5 (19 Customer Reviews)
OEM# 497401 | 499521 | Lester 5746 / 5778
Restore quick, dependable starting performance to your lawn tractor with a premium replacement Briggs and Stratton 795121 starter. Engineered specifically for single and V-Twin cylinder engines, this brand-new 12V, 0.8kW PMDD unit is the perfect direct upgrade if you need a reliable john Deere L120 starter or a direct-fit Briggs 691262 starter. Built to exact OEM specifications, this highly durable 393499 starter motor features precision-matched 16-tooth drive pinion engagement and counter-clockwise (CCW) rotation. 100% brand new unit with no core return required.

Equipment Compatibility Guide

Select your equipment brand below to review verified model compatibility and engine configurations. Always confirm your engine model and original starter part number before ordering.

CUB CADET Tractors7 models
Lawn & Garden Tractors
  • 1180 2000-2001 Briggs & Stratton 18HP Gas
  • 1212 2000-2001 Briggs & Stratton 21HP Gas
  • 1600 1999 Briggs & Stratton 16.5HP Gas
  • 1800 1999 Briggs & Stratton 18HP Gas
  • 2160 1994-1997 Briggs & Stratton 16HP Gas
  • 2164 1999-2001 Briggs & Stratton 16HP Gas
  • 2165 1994-1999 Briggs & Stratton 16HP Gas
JOHN DEERE Tractors6 models
Lawn & Garden Tractors
  • 111 1979-1985 Briggs & Stratton Gas
  • 111H 1982-1984 Briggs & Stratton Gas
  • L118 2004-2005 Briggs & Stratton 22HP Gas
  • L120 2003-2005 Briggs & Stratton Gas
  • LT166 1998-2001 Briggs & Stratton 16HP Gas
  • LTR166 1998-2001 Briggs & Stratton 16HP Gas
TORO Tractors8 models
Lawn & Yard Tractors
  • 12-44 Pro 1988 Briggs & Stratton 12.5HP Gas
  • 190-DH 2000-2004 Briggs & Stratton 19HP Gas
  • 212-5 1989-1991 Briggs & Stratton 12HP Gas
  • 212-5SB 1990-1991 Briggs & Stratton 12HP Gas
  • 216-H 1990 Briggs & Stratton 16HP Gas
  • 246-H 1992-1993 Briggs & Stratton 16HP Gas
  • DH 220 2005-2009 Briggs & Stratton 656cc Gas
  • HMR-1200 1989 Briggs & Stratton 12HP Gas
⚠ Critical Fitment Check: Verify that your original starter features a 16-tooth drive gear and counter-clockwise (CCW) rotation. Inspect your engine flywheel ring gear material prior to replacement.

Technical Specifications

100% New
12V
0.8 kW
16 Teeth
CCW
PMDD

Cross Reference Numbers & Top Matches

POPULAR FITMENT SEARCHES
Briggs and Stratton 795121 starter john Deere L120 starter Briggs 691262 starter 393499 starter motor
Briggs & Stratton
393499 394943 399169 490420 494148 494198 494990 497401 499521 499529 691262 795121
John Deere
AM106883 AM38136 AM39285 LG490420 LG497401 LG499521 LG691262 MIA11175 SE501860
Cub Cadet & MTD
BS-399169 BS-494990 BS-499521 BS-795121
Lester & Remy
Lester 5746 Lester 5778 Remy 96765
Generac & Toro
Generac 075255 Generac 75255 Generac 75255-A Generac 75255A Toro 78-4340
Aftermarket Interchange
Arrowhead SBS0004 Cargo 112563 J & N 410-22005 J & N 410-22005R J & N 410-22015 J & N 410-22015R J & N 410-22086

The Durautos Equipment Advantage

  • High-Torque PMDD Direct Drive: Built with high-grade permanent magnets delivering consistent 0.8kW cranking torque to overcome engine compression quickly.
  • Durable 16-Tooth Composite Pinion: Formulated wear-resistant drive gear designed to absorb engagement shock and preserve your engine flywheel ring gear integrity.
  • All-Weather Sealed Housing: Tightly sealed motor casing resists moisture, lawn clippings, dust, and continuous thermal cycling across mowing seasons.
  • Direct OEM Replacement: Standard 2-bolt mounting pattern provides true bolt-on installation—perfectly matches the high-torque needs of your john Deere L120 starter system.
  • No Core Return Needed: 100% brand-new manufacturing allows you to discard or keep your original unit with zero core deposit or return shipment hassle.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make sure this matches my Briggs and Stratton 795121 starter or john Deere L120 starter?
Confirm three primary factors: (1) Your engine's original part number matches one of our listed OEM numbers (e.g., if you are replacing a Briggs 691262 starter or a 393499 starter motor); (2) The drive gear counts exactly 16 teeth; (3) The rotation is Counter-Clockwise (CCW).
Why does rotation direction (CCW) matter?
Small engine starters rotate in either Clockwise (CW) or Counter-Clockwise (CCW) depending on where the starter mounts relative to the flywheel. Installing an incorrect rotation unit will prevent the starter drive bendix from engaging and may damage the flywheel.
My tractor only clicks when turning the key. Does that mean the starter is defective?
A clicking sound is most frequently caused by low battery voltage, a faulty starter solenoid, loose battery terminal cables, or corroded chassis grounding. Always load-test the 12V battery and check the starter relay before swapping the starter motor.
Should I replace or lubricate the starter drive bendix?
Do not apply heavy grease to the starter drive bendix shaft, as sticky grease attracts dirt, grass clippings, and debris, causing the drive gear to stick. A clean, dry lubricant (like dry silicone or graphite spray) should be used if needed.
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