Caltric Starter Motor Replacement for Kawasaki 21163-7002/7014/7026 — High-Torque, Direct-Fit for Mowers

The Caltric starter is a direct-replacement starter motor engineered to fit Kawasaki part numbers 21163-7002, 21163-7014 and 21163-7026, delivering reliable engine engagement for riding mowers, lawn tractors and compact equipment.

This high-torque replacement starter is designed for easy installation on a wide range of small engines from manufacturers like John Deere, Kubota, Kohler and Kawasaki. It matches the original mounting dimensions and pinion configuration so you can swap it in with minimal modification. The unit offers a compact footprint and bolt pattern equivalent to OE parts, making it a practical service solution for older and current model outdoor power equipment.

Will this starter fit my tractor or mower model?

Check physical fit and OEM part numbers before purchase. This Caltric starter is made to be compatible with several models from multiple brands, but verifying the picture and mounting measurements against your existing unit prevents installation mistakes.

• Compatible Kawasaki part numbers: 21163-7026, 21163-7014, 21163-7002
• John Deere fitments include 325, 335, 345 series and SE501873/AM133636/AM127877/MIA11408 cross-references
• Kubota and Kohler engine matches: Kubota T1770/T1870; Kohler CH12.5–CH22 and CV12.5
• Dimensions: length 202.3 mm, width 127 mm, height 75.2 mm, mounting hole distance 67.5 mm

How straightforward is installation and what should I check?

Installation follows the same basic steps as the original starter: disconnect battery, remove the old starter, mount the replacement and reconnect wiring. Before installing, compare the posted product photograph and the starter’s mounting hole pattern to your unit to ensure alignment and terminal compatibility.

• Battery disconnected and safety checked before work
• Confirm mounting hole spacing (67.5 mm) and overall dimensions
• Compare electrical terminal style and pinion engagement to existing starter
• Torque mounting bolts to vehicle OEM specs to avoid misalignment

What engines and equipment are supported by this Caltric starter?

This starter covers a broad array of small engines and equipment, making it useful for home-service repair shops and DIY owners maintaining lawn and garden tractors or compact utility machines. It replaces common OE units across brands when the original part numbers or engine models align.

• John Deere: models 325, 335, 345 lawn and garden tractors, plus various 18–20 HP engines
• Kubota: T1770 (2-cyl 0.56L) and T1870 (1-cyl 0.6L) models
• Kohler: CH12.5, CH14, CH18, CH22, CV12.5 and 14 HP engines
• Gravely fitments and multiple Kawasaki FH series small engines (FH500V–FH721V)

Who this is for: This Caltric starter is aimed at mechanics, lawn care professionals and DIY homeowners who need a dependable, cost-effective replacement for worn or failed starter motors on small engine equipment. If you maintain John Deere tractors, Kubota compact tractors, Kohler- or Kawasaki-powered mowers, or Gravely machines listed in the compatibility notes, this unit is built to match OE mounting dimensions and streamline repair. Always compare the product photo and the stated measurements with your existing starter to confirm fit before ordering.