Sierra 18-4904 Starter Handle and Rope for Johnson/Evinrude Outboard Motors

The Sierra 18-4904 is a complete pull-start replacement kit for Johnson/Evinrude outboard motors, supplying both the starter handle and the starter rope in one part. It is built for boaters whose factory pull-start handle has cracked, whose rope has frayed or snapped, or whose recoil starter needs a rope replacement to get the engine running again. The kit uses a #4.5 (9/64 inch), also referenced as 3.6mm, rope size and pairs it with a handle finished with a machined exterior for a secure, comfortable grip during starting. Because the handle and rope are sold together as a single kit, there is no need to source a separate rope and handle to complete a starter cord repair. The 18-4904 ships as a compact, lightweight part, making it an easy, low-cost fix compared with replacing an entire recoil starter assembly. For owners who only need a handle and already have usable rope, Sierra also lists a handle-only part under a separate part number. This kit is intended as a direct fit for the pull-start systems on the Johnson/Evinrude outboard motors it is designed for.

Specifications

• Brand: Sierra
• Manufacturer Part Number: 18-4904
• Product Type: Starter Handle & Rope
• Rope Size: #4.5 (9/64 inch) / 3.6mm
• Package Dimensions: 7.0 inches L x 4.88 inches W x 1.75 inches H
• Weight: 0.19 pounds
• Country of Origin: China
• UPC: 030999318206
• Includes: One starter handle and one rope

Fitment

Designed for Johnson/Evinrude outboard motors.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is included with the Sierra 18-4904? The Sierra 18-4904 kit includes one starter handle and one starter rope, sold together as a complete pull-start replacement set.

What rope size does the Sierra 18-4904 use? The rope on the Sierra 18-4904 is sized #4.5 (9/64 inch), also referenced as 3.6mm.

Which outboard motors is the Sierra 18-4904 designed for? The Sierra 18-4904 starter handle and rope is designed for Johnson/Evinrude outboard motors.

How much does the Sierra 18-4904 weigh? The Sierra 18-4904 starter handle and rope kit weighs 0.19 pounds.

Can I buy just the starter handle without the rope? Yes, Sierra offers the handle by itself as a separate part number (18-4901) for buyers who only need a replacement handle rather than the full handle-and-rope kit that the 18-4904 provides.

What are the package dimensions of the Sierra 18-4904? The Sierra 18-4904 ships in packaging measuring 7.0 inches long by 4.88 inches wide by 1.75 inches high.

Is the handle grip machined or molded? The handle on the Sierra 18-4904 has a machined exterior finish for a secure grip when pull-starting the engine.

How do I install the Sierra 18-4904 starter handle and rope? Installation involves removing the old, worn rope and handle from the recoil starter and threading the new 18-4904 rope through the starter mechanism before attaching the handle; the rope size is #4.5 (9/64 inch/3.6mm) to match the original pull-start setup.

Is the Sierra 18-4904 a genuine Sierra part? Yes, the 18-4904 is a genuine Sierra-branded starter handle and rope kit, not a generic unbranded substitute.

What is the UPC for the Sierra 18-4904? The UPC for the Sierra 18-4904 starter handle and rope kit is 030999318206.

Where is the Sierra 18-4904 manufactured? The Sierra 18-4904 starter handle and rope kit is manufactured in China.

Why would I need to replace my outboard's starter rope and handle? A frayed, snapped, or worn starter rope, or a cracked handle, are common reasons to replace the pull-start components; the Sierra 18-4904 provides both parts together so the repair can be completed in one purchase.