Honda's New EU2000ik

[robert@honda]

APRIL 1 – Honda announced the latest version of the popular EU-series inverter model super-quiet portable generators, the EU2000iK. This innovative model eliminates traditional pull-starter and replaces it with a simple and effective kick-starter. “We realized we had a warehouse full of old motorcycle parts just sitting there. It only took the engineering team a quick trip to the hardware store for some clamps, and a new model was born” said Engineering Manager Pat Chitup. Again, that release date is APRIL FIRST.

[DanB]

I also heard they have a new model with a 110 volt electric start.

[Protagonist]

Originally Posted by robert@honda

APRIL 1 – Honda announced the latest version of the popular EU-series inverter model super-quiet portable generators, the EU2000iK. This innovative model eliminates traditional pull-starter and replaces it with a simple and effective kick-starter.

What makes it so amusing is that, with proper engineering— and proper ergonomics to make sure you don't tip it over trying to start it— that could conceivably work.

[DanB]

...and if you have two generators, would you make them counter-rotating so you could jump off you step and start them both?

[Protagonist]

Originally Posted by DanB

...and if you have two generators, would you make them counter-rotating so you could jump off you step and start them both?

Probably not, but you could make the companion generator a left-handed model by putting the kick-starter on the opposite side.

[wncrasher]

What they don't mention here is the accessories: A metal frame, two wheels, a seat and handlebars.

[wbrownrr]

I've got one of these new Honda generators, and I can say that it works as advertised. I store it in the yard with our solar clothes dryer.

[Skater]

DO WANT!

That's hilarious. Thanks.

[msmcv51]

Originally Posted by DanB

I also heard they have a new model with a 110 volt electric start.

Are you saying that it can be plugged into itself to start.