Honda HRX217VLA (21") 186cc Self-Propelled Electric Start Lawn Mower

This mower is the best we've had! We were always a Toro family but the last one we had was somewhat unreliable so we decided to give Honda a try and are very pleased with the way it handles and the large grass bag. It comes off and goes on very easily and quickly. We made a great decision!

The lawn mower works fine sometimes. Other times it burns oil and stalls out and then just won't start. I'm not doing anything differently from one use to the next. I wanted a consistently dependable lawn mower.

Had a 20 year old riding mower that had to be replaced. Since my yard really did not require a riding mower decided on this walk-behind, I'm a 72 years old woman, and so the electric start and self-propelled features were a requirement for me.

Set up was no problem. I've had the mower for less than 1 month, have mowed 3 times, and am pleased with it in every way. I had some difficulty in adjusting the mowing height, but believe that was probably due to being an old woman with weak hands. I am, however, able to maneuver the mower fairly easily.

The mower seems to be living up to it's reputation for quality and performance.

Had a 20 year old riding mower that had to be replaced. Since my yard really did not require a riding mower decided on this walk-behind, I'm a 72 years old woman, and so the electric start and self-propelled features were a requirement for me.

Set up was no problem. I've had the mower for less than 1 month, have mowed 3 times, and am pleased with it in every way. I had some difficulty in adjusting the mowing height, but believe that was probably due to being an old woman with weak... more

The mower is great! started on the 2nd pull out of the box after adding gas and oil.
I had one before not with an electric starter but it was also awesome. I sold it to my friend up North thinking I would not be caring for a yard in Florida but here I am again. bought a house with lawn care needs.

I got the electric start because my back is in bad shape and probably did not need to do that because they always start with not much yanking involved the first or second time. IMPRESSIVE. like I said: you do not have to yank on the rope with all your might. a medium speed/ normal pull is all you need. and I have had a neck surgery-and 2 back surgeries. arthritis in my hands and you name it....

so I highly recommend it... although this one is made of plastic housing and the other one was not. a little disappointed about the plastic but love the machine! handles nice-folds down easy for storage and A GREAT RUNNER!

HONDA MAKES GOOD STUFF! (I like to buy American but I am sorry I draw the line when it comes to a Honda mower)

hoped that helped anyone thinking of buying a new mower.

The mower is great! started on the 2nd pull out of the box after adding gas and oil.
I had one before not with an electric starter but it was also awesome. I sold it to my friend up North thinking I would not be caring for a yard in Florida but here I am again. bought a house with lawn care needs.

I got the electric start because my back is in bad shape and probably did not need to do that because they always start with not much yanking involved the first or second time. IMPRESSIVE.... more

I am a 73 Yr old Vietnam vet with a service connected disability.

Very good on all points but one. I was disappointed in the rear height adjustment because it has little room to pull it out to move it. Honda usually thinks of everything. Could have been better. Everything else! Cuts nice and the bag fills all the way. First one I ever had that did that. The drive controls are nice and easy to use. Handling the mower one handed under shrubs is really nice. The electric start is hooked up to a charger no more plug! It also folds down nicely bag included and lifting the folded mower from the folded end makes parking it in garage tight spaces easy. Last the plastic deck is forever and cleans easy with a hose or blast of air. Also find the fuel shut off handy when tipping the mower for cleaning I expect to have this Honda for a while.

Very good on all points but one. I was disappointed in the rear height adjustment because it has little room to pull it out to move it. Honda usually thinks of everything. Could have been better. Everything else! Cuts nice and the bag fills all the way. First one I ever had that did that. The drive controls are nice and easy to use. Handling the mower one handed under shrubs is really nice. The electric start is hooked up to a charger no more plug! It also folds down nicely bag included and... more

The mower saves you trime as it starts up instantly and mows very fast as the self propelled can be adjusted thus enabling fast walking when desired. As for quality and durability, time will tell as it is just a month or so using it.

The mower works great. I had a Honda mower before but it started to have problems with the drive and the electric start would not engage. This mower works well the only concern is that the drive seems pretty weak. I hope it does not get any weaker.

My old Toro was OK but unless you bought the hundred dollar or so tune up, it would take 3 to six months to finish any warranty work. I took my old Honda in for electric starter issues (non warranty) and they gave it a tune up without even looking at the issue I brought it in for. I would suggest reading the maintenance manual your self.

The mower works great. I had a Honda mower before but it started to have problems with the drive and the electric start would not engage. This mower works well the only concern is that the drive seems pretty weak. I hope it does not get any weaker.

My old Toro was OK but unless you bought the hundred dollar or so tune up, it would take 3 to six months to finish any warranty work. I took my old Honda in for electric starter issues (non warranty) and they gave it a tune up without even... more

Everything I had hoped for with this lawn mower. New inbox, easy setup, add fuel and oil, started first try with key electric start and charges battery while mowing. Cuts nice and even, moves easily, hardly have to use the self propelled feature.

Probably the best purchase as far as self propelled mowers go! Out of the box and cutting within 15 minutes. The select drive system was very easy to adjust without issues, pick your pace and go. The keyless start worked without fail on every attempt ...the first time, as it should and as I expect from a Honda product. Engine noise was considerably less compared to other brands, but I still use ear protection. The gas consumption was definitely on the plus side using far less than I expected. As far as the cost goes, I knew exactly what it cost prior to purchasing, I expect to pay more...much more for a quality product compared to an poorly made one.

Thanks again Honda for a great product!

Probably the best purchase as far as self propelled mowers go! Out of the box and cutting within 15 minutes. The select drive system was very easy to adjust without issues, pick your pace and go. The keyless start worked without fail on every attempt ...the first time, as it should and as I expect from a Honda product. Engine noise was considerably less compared to other brands, but I still use ear protection. The gas consumption was definitely on the plus side using far less than I expected.... more

The mower is better than expected. All the options work as describe and exceeds my expectation. It starts quick and easy with a turn of the key and not having to plug it in to charge the battery for the electric start makes it a use and forget option. No more coming back to use the mower to find a dead battery! The self-propel system on this mower works at any pace I choose unlike my old mower. It takes most of the work out of cutting the grass.