I just got one and it is indeed heavy. It’s my first self propelled and it’s weird getting used to turns but I’m Getting the hang of letting the clutch bar drop away on turns.
@@KirbyVacuumCollectorFixer remember the cord of honda mower is soft if you pull with too much strength the starter rope there’s the risk that the engine can give the kickback
I just bought this one, I am waiting for it, I am a pro, and I just got sick of the Commercial Toro, I didnt want to pay 2k for a new commercial mower now 2022, Spending 900 on this mower and I hear good things about it.
Man let me Easz your mind you won’t regret it I put mines threw the ringer when I got it it had a carb issue but my dealer fixed it I wasn’t worried because as you know things happen because I pulled it out the box myself so just a small set back but this to me is commercial enough I mean dam anything over 5 inches it’s time to pull out the walk behind or zero but I’m on my 2nd year and starts every time light weight dose everything except side discharge but it comes out the bottoms in the rear! You will never buy a commercial one again because this will last just as long as the commercial one under half the price and I use it everyday because I’m in the city so majority of the yards are push mow so I used it on dam there all my yards don’t even use my zero it has 40 hours on it and it’s been 3 years since I had it I just been using the Honda and just bought a toro 30 to save a little time on my manicured lawns!
@DawnJiang-kd6me I have the HZA model and honestly it’s just a preference. If you’re a older person that needs the electric start it’s a great feature but with the roto stop you don’t need to keep having to start the mower over so having the roto stop I feel is enough. Also I prefer the HYA/HZA for the hydro transmission it’s definitely the best by far
@@KirbyVacuumCollectorFixer I know I wouldn’t, I’ve been eyeing it up for a few years now! But I don’t know if I can justify a third mower lol but I would have to find room for it
@@parkerk7018 Well, my suggestion would be to sell one you don’t need as bad. Pay that money forward to the purchase of a brand new HRX. Just a thought.
@@KirbyVacuumCollectorFixer that’s very true, or whatever mower gives out first. I mean my neighbour has three mowers for no apparent reason, but there isn’t anything wrong with having more than one mower
ive had 2 of those but older models both had same issue automatic choke needed new temp pellet but you have to removecarb to replace it but after that ran good started right up
Kirby, Good video. What is the advantage of hydrostatic feature compared to variable speed setting of the HRX217VYA? Your model (HYA) Seems like a better choice, you don't have to keep changing speed settings for different terrain like steep banks or hills in your yard.
Thank you very much. Well, the VYA is the same as the HYA, but it has the lower end Select Drive and throttle. Versus the HYA’s higher end, tried and true design with the Cruise Control setup, the robust metal bars, and throttle. It’s a great machine and does well on different terrain.
@@nickc2124 I looked for several weeks for the HRX 217 HYA, to no avail, then I checked the Home depot sight and they had 16. so with the military discount I got it for 767 included tax. they said there would be no military exemption, however I pointed out that since I needed to go to Home Depot to pick it up then that should be considered In Store purchase, the nice lady agreed.
Just curious .. watching the video .. It looks like most of the time you are just pushing the mower without engageing the self propelled system.. Is that correct?.. Thanks .. and thanks for the nice video..
@@KirbyVacuumCollectorFixer Ok.. Thanks for letting me know. So it looks like it is pretty easy to push too.. That looks like a good way to do it.. Good to know that the self propel is there if you need it (like for hills)..
What gas do you use???😁😁😁 if i can find one it will be my next mower. Getting older and hope the self propelled leaves me with energy left to weed eat😁 What Edger do you guys recommend?👍
I have an HRX. Ive had it a year. I like it better each time I use it. You mow way too fast. The mower is heavy and very solid. I have alot of trees and you need to get into a rythem.
@@danseydlitz3218 Oh and sometimes I can’t help the fast mowing. I take big steps and it’s really easy to go faster than normal. Plus I like to get the mowing done in a timely manner.
alvaro f The weird thing is since the virus, Home Depot and Lowe’s took down all the more expensive walk behind mowers from display, but still sell them. I wonder why?? Home Depot has been selling Honda mowers for years, and Lowe’s just started selling Hondas earlier this year. A whole new place to get them at. If you go to the Home Depot or Lowe’s apps, you can order one from either of those.
I sold my Honda HRX, as it's too heavy for hills. If you mow across the hill, it slides down and cannot hold a straight line for anything. The automatic choke has a replaceable part that goes bad, it's called a thermowax choke actuator. If you experience any hard starting that is a likely culprit. The part is about 10 bucks on Amazon. I like how quiet the HRX is, but all in all, my 18 year old 2 cycle aluminum deck Lawnboy is superior. The combination of a light weight deck and a powerful mower cannot be beat.
Robert Rusie Awesome! Great purchase! I have mine set on the third or highest position as I’m a tall guy. It depends on your height and how you like to hold the mower. Let me know how it works for you.
Good video. Looks like it was easy for you to maneuver it around some talk about it being heavy and had some resistance pulling backwards.
I just got one and it is indeed heavy. It’s my first self propelled and it’s weird getting used to turns but I’m Getting the hang of letting the clutch bar drop away on turns.
You definitely made a great choice going with this mower. It’s a beast, and does very well.
@@KirbyVacuumCollectorFixer remember the cord of honda mower is soft if you pull with too much strength the starter rope there’s the risk that the engine can give the kickback
I just bought this one, I am waiting for it, I am a pro, and I just got sick of the Commercial Toro, I didnt want to pay 2k for a new commercial mower now 2022, Spending 900 on this mower and I hear good things about it.
Man let me Easz your mind you won’t regret it I put mines threw the ringer when I got it it had a carb issue but my dealer fixed it I wasn’t worried because as you know things happen because I pulled it out the box myself so just a small set back but this to me is commercial enough I mean dam anything over 5 inches it’s time to pull out the walk behind or zero but I’m on my 2nd year and starts every time light weight dose everything except side discharge but it comes out the bottoms in the rear! You will never buy a commercial one again because this will last just as long as the commercial one under half the price and I use it everyday because I’m in the city so majority of the yards are push mow so I used it on dam there all my yards don’t even use my zero it has 40 hours on it and it’s been 3 years since I had it I just been using the Honda and just bought a toro 30 to save a little time on my manicured lawns!
Hi Kirby I bought it back in 2018 at homedepot for $729. I don't know why you would Pay the extra $120 bucks for electric start with roto stop.
My dad cutting the lawn
@DawnJiang-kd6me I have the HZA model and honestly it’s just a preference. If you’re a older person that needs the electric start it’s a great feature but with the roto stop you don’t need to keep having to start the mower over so having the roto stop I feel is enough. Also I prefer the HYA/HZA for the hydro transmission it’s definitely the best by far
This is my dream mower and the next mower I’m going to get
You won’t regret getting one!
@@KirbyVacuumCollectorFixer I know I wouldn’t, I’ve been eyeing it up for a few years now! But I don’t know if I can justify a third mower lol but I would have to find room for it
@@parkerk7018
Well, my suggestion would be to sell one you don’t need as bad. Pay that money forward to the purchase of a brand new HRX. Just a thought.
@@KirbyVacuumCollectorFixer that’s very true, or whatever mower gives out first. I mean my neighbour has three mowers for no apparent reason, but there isn’t anything wrong with having more than one mower
@@KirbyVacuumCollectorFixer I might do a few lawns this summer and save up for a new HRX
The best versatile 21 inch period facts! Won’t touch a toro 21 love toro but not there 21 ones there good for weekly mowing!
The next thing you should get it a string trimmer. The 2 I would recommend is the Stihl FS56 or the Echo SRM 225.
Yes We have the honda hrx 217hya For $729 the echo srm 225 for $199.
ive had 2 of those but older models both had same issue automatic choke needed new temp pellet but you have to removecarb to replace it but after that ran good started right up
Prices went up. Their now $879.99 everywhere. Good luck getting a better deal now with Covid going on unless used. I just grabbed one
Mine I bought the hrx 217 hya before covid 19. We took a trip to homedepot in may of 2020 and the price was $739
Kirby,
Good video. What is the advantage of hydrostatic feature compared to variable speed setting of the HRX217VYA? Your model (HYA) Seems like a better choice, you don't have to keep changing speed settings for different terrain like steep banks or hills in your yard.
Thank you very much. Well, the VYA is the same as the HYA, but it has the lower end Select Drive and throttle. Versus the HYA’s higher end, tried and true design with the Cruise Control setup, the robust metal bars, and throttle. It’s a great machine and does well on different terrain.
@@KirbyVacuumCollectorFixer The hya is 40 Bucks more than the vya
I wish I could find that deal now
I wish I could find the mower. Everywhere is sold out because Honda decided to close their factories for a month or two. #readyfor2020tobeover
@@nickc2124 I looked for several weeks for the HRX 217 HYA, to no avail, then I checked the Home depot sight and they had 16. so with the military discount I got it for 767 included tax. they said there would be no military exemption, however I pointed out that since I needed to go to Home Depot to pick it up then that should be considered In Store purchase, the nice lady agreed.
Nice review. Thanks
I payed $779.99 for the same one you have yesterday
Great purchase! You won’t regret it.
@@KirbyVacuumCollectorFixer used it today best lawn mower in the world
@@Jerry-me1fy
Couldn’t agree more!
Indeed, broke my new one in today. Outstanding!! My 2nd lawn has a little bit of uphill turns, did it with ease. Very happy with it
I payed around $729 the gcv 190 at homedepot.
Just curious .. watching the video .. It looks like most of the time you are just pushing the mower without engageing the self propelled system.. Is that correct?.. Thanks .. and thanks for the nice video..
That is correct. I really don’t find myself needing it, except for when I’m going uphill or up slopes.
@@KirbyVacuumCollectorFixer Ok.. Thanks for letting me know. So it looks like it is pretty easy to push too.. That looks like a good way to do it.. Good to know that the self propel is there if you need it (like for hills)..
What gas do you use???😁😁😁 if i can find one it will be my next mower. Getting older and hope the self propelled leaves me with energy left to weed eat😁 What Edger do you guys recommend?👍
89 Octane. Non ethanol would be ideal, but the 89 works fine.
I recommend non ethanol gas. Stihl edger, but echo and husqvarna is good also
Good review
I was just about to get the lowest priced HRX but that plastic dome through me off. So I purchased the HRN model.
And I did not like the clicking noise and resistance when I pulled the HRX backwards. That really annoyed me.
That plastic deck is too light. Your mower bounces around too much. You should have purchased the steel deck type.
I have an HRX. Ive had it a year. I like it better each time I use it. You mow way too fast. The mower is heavy and very solid. I have alot of trees and you need to get into a rythem.
@@danseydlitz3218
@ JP Hatfield
I have found that the HRX is a great mower and I don’t see myself getting a new one for years.
@@danseydlitz3218
Oh and sometimes I can’t help the fast mowing. I take big steps and it’s really easy to go faster than normal. Plus I like to get the mowing done in a timely manner.
$561.75 with tax. That's a bad ass lawn mower.
Absolutely worth every penny.
15:51 RIP little flower
Hah yeah
😂😂😂
Do they have any mowers have fuel injection or something not carbureted?
These are Carburetor Engines.
Do anybody knows why it’s to hard to find this mower in stores? The hrx 217
alvaro f
The weird thing is since the virus, Home Depot and Lowe’s took down all the more expensive walk behind mowers from display, but still sell them. I wonder why??
Home Depot has been selling Honda mowers for years, and Lowe’s just started selling Hondas earlier this year. A whole new place to get them at. If you go to the Home Depot or Lowe’s apps, you can order one from either of those.
I sold my Honda HRX, as it's too heavy for hills. If you mow across the hill, it slides down and cannot hold a straight line for anything. The automatic choke has a replaceable part that goes bad, it's called a thermowax choke actuator. If you experience any hard starting that is a likely culprit. The part is about 10 bucks on Amazon. I like how quiet the HRX is, but all in all, my 18 year old 2 cycle aluminum deck Lawnboy is superior. The combination of a light weight deck and a powerful mower cannot be beat.
Tony Montana
Yeah I understand. It depends on the property you’re dealing with. Certain mowers are good for certain applications.
@@KirbyVacuumCollectorFixer The honda is heavy to push when my dad mows the yard
Just got the exact HRX mower. What was your height set at in this vid? Tnx
Robert Rusie
Awesome! Great purchase! I have mine set on the third or highest position as I’m a tall guy. It depends on your height and how you like to hold the mower. Let me know how it works for you.
@@KirbyVacuumCollectorFixer thanks man. Sorry I actually meant the blade height setting on the mower deck.
Robert Rusie
Ah I see. I usually start off the season topping off the dormant grass. Then once it starts growing fully, I usually cut at 3 inches.
@@KirbyVacuumCollectorFixer cool thanks, great review btw.
Robert Rusie
Thank you very much!