HONDA HRX217 | Mowing Low with a Rotary Mower

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4 жыл бұрын

I use both reel and rotary mower in maintaining my lawn, I use the rotary to do a rough cut and also pickup leaves and debris. Then I use my reel mower to do the final low and clean cut.
The beauty about the HRX217 is it can cut really low at .75”, and does it really well.
So if budget is tight and you can only afford one mower at the moment, I say you invest on one of this mower as it will do the good stuff that you get from a rotary mower and cut “reel” low.
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Location: California Central Coast

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@jasonmaltz7040 4 жыл бұрын

Just purchased one of these mowers and used it today. I am very impressed at the cut quality and the strength of the motor. I have 8,000 square feet and it only took just over 35 mins to do the entire yard. I’m curious what type of grass you have? Very green at such a short cut.

@ShortCutLawn 4 жыл бұрын

Nice,..let me pin your comment for the people with big Lawns and wondering about the power of this mower. My lawn is Kentucky Bluegrass btw.

@Cookiesalesman 2 жыл бұрын

@@ShortCutLawn your lawn is beautiful

@mrbabygt 4 жыл бұрын

Good to see you back in business...hope to see more videos of yours this season!

@Brettsgrasscapades 4 жыл бұрын

I will say, Honda makes a beautiful mower.

@ShortCutLawn 4 жыл бұрын

Oh yes

@dee6965 4 жыл бұрын

Gorgeous!

@mrbubetube 3 жыл бұрын

ya, and the music sounds great too!!! can't wait to get mine so I can SHAKE MY BOOTY to the music while mowing!!! fucking AWESOME!!!

@Sciron 3 жыл бұрын

Same engine as the civic haha

@familybarton 4 жыл бұрын

Holy crap, your lawn is insane.

@ShortCutLawn 4 жыл бұрын

lol 😂 thanks 👍🏼

@jasweb147 4 жыл бұрын

My dude! I cut my grass slow as well. I've learned to enjoy the cut. I the older HRX217 and it's a beast. Thanks for the video.

@MarkLester1982 4 жыл бұрын

I have the exact one and the formate clippings fly out between the bag and the shoot lid. Defeats the entire purpose and gets all over me!

@SunnyBermuda 4 жыл бұрын

Nice!! Grass looks great!

@BermudaBoss 4 жыл бұрын

I have the older HRX with the 190 engine and love it. The fold down handle is great for space saving and I love the lighter/rust free deck and ability to mow low. I had the Honda HRR216 prior to that to get the HRX They are both outstanding mowers!

@ShortCutLawn 4 жыл бұрын

Both HRX and HRR are awesome mowers,...i wish i can say the same thing with the HRN216

@BermudaBoss 4 жыл бұрын

@@ShortCutLawn also your turf color is beyond words!! Great job!

@greenuplawnworks2407 4 жыл бұрын

Your lawn looks amazing!

@kove 4 жыл бұрын

I love how it hugs the ground, almost like a body kit! I was nervous when you were mowing along the retaining wall! 💚👌🧘

@ShortCutLawn 4 жыл бұрын

I was too but I have to stay cool for the camera 😂 . . Congrats on the 4K subs btw🍾

@kove 4 жыл бұрын

@@ShortCutLawn 😆, the first scratch is the deepest, baby I know. Thank you sir! Means a lot💚

@ShortCutLawn 4 жыл бұрын

lol 😂

@qualitylawncare3367 4 жыл бұрын

these mowers are great just uploaded my honda video thanks for the motivation

@Szdday 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome video! I love my Honda rotary mower!

@-What-are-your-thoughts 4 жыл бұрын

Very nice mower. Since it’s capable of cutting low, I think it would work great in conjunction with the Swardman, especially for spring / fall clean up. Now you got me thinking.

@socallawnguy2486 4 жыл бұрын

Hahaha that sticker 😂 I’m sure that added at least 5hp more.

@ShortCutLawn 4 жыл бұрын

Yup 😁

@crystalrain9016 Жыл бұрын

Just bought the lawnmower…but that lawn is gorgeous…wow!

@Jmfokken 4 жыл бұрын

I will say that Honda sure does make some cool looking mowers.

@ShortCutLawn 4 жыл бұрын

I agree Jon 👍🏼

@RajMukerjee 3 жыл бұрын

Great video. Thanks a lot! Made my decision a lot easier. Def. going for the new HRX :).

@punkybrewstershubby 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely the truth, my old Murray push mower died several weeks ago and my wife called me later that day to tell me she found a HRX217 mower at a thrift shop for $30. I told her to get it and bring her home. Filled it with fresh gas and second pull it started! I’ve used it twice so far and it is incredible!

@ShortCutLawn 3 жыл бұрын

👍🏼

@jhonnycifuentes6638 4 жыл бұрын

Love your video Great yard beautiful mower

@ShortCutLawn 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jhonny 👍🏼

@eduardoconductor 3 жыл бұрын

You've gotta love those Honda's!!! My goal is to ever get to try reel mowing on my 5,300 ft² lawn and get a clean low cut, but unfortunately I guess I first have to get it perfectly level 😢 (BTW, good music choice! 👍)

@lxiong1077 4 жыл бұрын

Grass looks pristine!

@ShortCutLawn 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks bud 👍🏼 . vids coming up i hope?

@lxiong1077 4 жыл бұрын

@@ShortCutLawn I hope too...WI is barely getting out of dormancy. Stay safe out there!!

@anthonysamra7777 4 жыл бұрын

Great Vid with awesome toonage! Appreciated

@wayneessar7489 4 жыл бұрын

Sweet mower! I have the older model as well. A useful accessory to save the deck sides from wearing against the concrete is the "edge guard" it is a strip of sturdy stainless steel that bolts to each side. Probably 25$...or you could make up something yourself. Mow on!

@ShortCutLawn 4 жыл бұрын

I once owned a HRC216 (commercial mower) and I like that edge guard feature. Didn’t know you can purchase one for this mower, thanks for the tip Wayne.

@TheLawnWhisperer 4 жыл бұрын

Never used one but I love that mower. I want one

@ShortCutLawn 4 жыл бұрын

You won’t regret it if decide to get one 👍🏼

@techexamined 4 жыл бұрын

This is my first time seeing your channel... I was looking up these Honda mowers.. geezus... do you putt on that grass? It’s perfect!!!!! Lol

@corkys8286 4 жыл бұрын

Great looking lawn

@graceortiz9494 4 жыл бұрын

Lawn looks awesome!

@ShortCutLawn 4 жыл бұрын

My first comment from miss Grace Ortiz! 😎👍🏼

@graceortiz9494 4 жыл бұрын

Yes jus subscribed

@PeteJake100 4 жыл бұрын

I just got this today. Cuts great. However I wish there was a setting to have it raised a little higher. I seem to have to bend over more with this Honda than my last lawn mower. The highest setting is still a bit low.

@norcaltrav 4 жыл бұрын

The bluebank is looking good! I love the color of it.

@ShortCutLawn 4 жыл бұрын

I don’t want the Bluebank to take all the the credit 😁 this is mostly NuGlade, BB was just an overseed.

@norcaltrav 4 жыл бұрын

ShortCut Lawn it just seems like it has more of a turquoise color after the overseeding.

@ewilliams19 4 жыл бұрын

I have the 190cc model and the 200cc model and I have to say Honda makes one hell of a mower! Honda,Echo and Makita for the win Japanese made engines are by far the best out there.

@behzadbejtovic3036 4 жыл бұрын

Dude you are moving perfect grass 😂

@SynysterGoose 4 жыл бұрын

I just bought this and seeing how low you can go has my hyped for it

@ShortCutLawn 4 жыл бұрын

😎👍🏼

@dualbag7533 2 жыл бұрын

Sweet, well done.

@alexw.5219 4 жыл бұрын

Sweet lookin mower

@michaelzielinski7703 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve had my HRX217 for 3 years. Time to go low on my kbg!!!!

@williamchang9870 4 жыл бұрын

How does the reverse feel for the new HRX mowers? Does it still feel like there's resistance? And does it make that click noise when going forward?

@kchilz32 4 жыл бұрын

I was going to go for the hrx but got the hrn and it’s great

@ShortCutLawn 4 жыл бұрын

👍🏼

@tylerhair9067 4 жыл бұрын

Lawn looks great! Almost looks reel cut. This gives me hope you can cut decently low with a rotary.

@ShortCutLawn 4 жыл бұрын

I use both, the thing about this mower is it cuts short and cuts really clean. With this mower set to 3/4”, a level lawn, sharp blades, and mow 2x a week,.. you’re set 👍🏼

@Lawnvolution 4 жыл бұрын

Honda Power!💪

@asad163 4 жыл бұрын

Can you comment on cut quality of the HRX vs. HRR?

@themoistgreenorganic 4 жыл бұрын

Short Cut Lawn is gonna cut short! Neighbor knew the risks!

@ShortCutLawn 4 жыл бұрын

😂

@jn470 Жыл бұрын

This grass is darn right beauty! What kind of grass is this? You prefer this lawn mower vs California reel?

@murraystarkey2058 2 жыл бұрын

Come to NZ if you really want to see how grass grows, It's a good mower got one 2ndhand for my lawn mowing run.

@ShortCutLawn 4 жыл бұрын

Video was filmed late October 2019.

@MatthewEllis41 4 жыл бұрын

Got this great HRX late last summer and I love it. What I want to know is, where can I get that sweet decal?

@ShortCutLawn 4 жыл бұрын

lol...amazon

@R0manz828 2 жыл бұрын

Is it just the 3/4 inch setting that makes this good for cutting low? I assume that there is nothing special with this rotary mower that reduces scalping any more than other rotary mowers? For a less than perfectly flat lawn, a reel mower would still be needed to go to 3/4 inch....I assume.

@kwsanders 2 жыл бұрын

I saw an HRN at Lowe's the other night. My wife and I almost brought it home. Still thinking about it. HRX is a little out of the price range at the moment. By the way... I love the Challenger sitting over there. #MoparOrNoCar

@shtviews 4 жыл бұрын

Is neighbours grass a different type? Because your looks way better, or is it just the maintenance that makes it this perfect? Thanks

@ShortCutLawn 4 жыл бұрын

Yes and yes. I have kentucky bluegrass and he has tall fescue, and different maintenance techniques makes a difference.

@steffen707- Жыл бұрын

i'm so glad I stumbled on this video. I like the low cut look, but not ready for a reel mower. And even when I do i still need somthing to suck up the fall leaves and debris. I watched one video where it looked like it left clumps on that lawn when bagging, but that was from like 11" down to 4 or 2.5" I want to know how much suction does it have when you mow at 0.75" continuously and then you have to suck up stuff from a 0.75". DOES IT SUCK!?

@ShortCutLawn Жыл бұрын

This gas powered mower really sucks! Battery powered mower really lacks suction power.

@steffen707- Жыл бұрын

@@ShortCutLawn I bought one last week, it really sucks...... Up lawn stuff. Way way way better than my ego.

@Xillaw 4 жыл бұрын

wow look at that bag flapping at 1:37 already from the suction. My Toro bag is limp almost the entire mow.

@ShortCutLawn 4 жыл бұрын

Must be that 200cc engine 😎👍🏼

@famousaimless2 4 жыл бұрын

Almost makes me want to buy a new mower! 😁

@ShortCutLawn 4 жыл бұрын

...or you can walk a couple of blocks and borrow mine 😄

@famousaimless2 4 жыл бұрын

But then I’d have to work on my lawn 😩

@vincentstivali1561 4 жыл бұрын

Your lawn gets better and better!!! The color is really amazing , mower did a beautiful job. We r just greening up here in jersey. Do u like the cut better than the reel mower ? Have a great season , stay safe

@ShortCutLawn 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Vincent,.. i forgot to include a timestamp on the video, this is actually shot late october. If you have Instagram you can check a more up to date state of my lawn. Enjoy the rest of your weekend 👊🏼😎

@ShortCutLawn 4 жыл бұрын

..and nothing can replace a reel mower as far as cut quality, i use both rotary and reel but in some days where I just need a quick cut this HRX is pretty good. And like what i mentioned in the video, you can actually maintain a low (.75”) lawn with this thing without a reel mower, it wouldn’t be as perfect as a reel cut but it will good enough.

@alec5545 4 жыл бұрын

how do you like the self propel on this machine? I used an older honda and the self propel totally killed my thumbs.

@ShortCutLawn 4 жыл бұрын

Works good, you just grip it with one or both hand unlike the one on the HRR216 where you need to press it with your thumb.

@robOzwrld 2 жыл бұрын

Can you tell me the name of the song? Nice vid!👍

@the-handy-fixer 4 жыл бұрын

Love mine! Only wish the bagger was black.

@ShortCutLawn 4 жыл бұрын

Yup, not sure why they went with grey.

@Lawnvolution 4 жыл бұрын

Me too. Also, a side discharge adapter for the rear would be nice too for this model. That way you are not walking through the clippings.

@speedsterspeedy2146 4 жыл бұрын

Great content! Videos are awesome. Question why you have 2 mowers? Hrx and Hrr????? I just got the new Hrn, but I want to get the hrx as well and have 2

@ShortCutLawn 4 жыл бұрын

You could’ve went straight to HRX and probably won’t need a second mower. I don’t know what it is but i like the cut quality of the hrx. I use my HRR216 mainly for it’s smaller size, just perfect for my 1500sq/ft lawn. How do you like the hrn?

@speedsterspeedy2146 4 жыл бұрын

I like the HRN, I did get the rotostop, it’s light weight. Easy to move around obstacles and fun to mow, the quality of cut is awesome, compared to My older hrr 216 which I sold to offset cost. I have st Augustine grass I think I just want the hrx as a luxury.

@speedsterspeedy2146 4 жыл бұрын

I just want to say your channel is great! Encouraging for people to simply just get out there and you can do it on your own. You have something good going and you should keep making more content. A voice over would be cool That’s my two cents!

@Galaxylynx12 2 жыл бұрын

Geeez what a lawn! How do you manage to cut this short (0.75) and have no bald ( burned) spots? Do you water a lot?

@ShortCutLawn 2 жыл бұрын

I have Kentucky bluegrass it can tolerate lower cuts unlike fescue. I water 2x a week totaling 1” of water. Typically you get bald spots from an uneven lawn, mine is relatively flat. 👍🏼

@Galaxylynx12 2 жыл бұрын

@@ShortCutLawn got ya. It looks beautiful!

@wilsonline90 Жыл бұрын

amazing lawn. What is your grass type?

@ShortCutLawn Жыл бұрын

Kentucky Bluegrass

@scz718645 4 жыл бұрын

First video of yours Iv watched. Scrolled a bit through comments but didn’t see... is this KBG??

@ShortCutLawn 4 жыл бұрын

Yes it is 😎👍🏼

@FrankieKennethL 4 жыл бұрын

What happened to the swardman? You’re not reel mowing anymore?

@ShortCutLawn 4 жыл бұрын

Still have it 👊🏽😎

@frankgeorge9387 4 жыл бұрын

What type of grass do you have?

@ShortCutLawn 4 жыл бұрын

Kentucky bluegrass

@pdlegend6829 4 жыл бұрын

Hmmm... a Guy Named ShortCutLawn cut my grass to short...what was I thinking?

@IrvingMagik 3 жыл бұрын

What setting/height are you mowing at?

@ShortCutLawn 3 жыл бұрын

Lowest 3/4”

@pacadet 3 жыл бұрын

Your grass almost looks fake. How in the world do you get it so green?

@johnwelch461 4 жыл бұрын

How does it handle the tough stuff ????

@ShortCutLawn 4 жыл бұрын

This video is about using this mower on low cut lawn, but with 200cc engine I think it can handle the tough stuff.

@johnwelch461 4 жыл бұрын

@@ShortCutLawn you think? I,m thinking about buying one.

@dronemaddness5148 4 жыл бұрын

What's the sticker price for this guy?

@ShortCutLawn 4 жыл бұрын

Currently $619

@Incredibletoo 4 жыл бұрын

ShortCut Lawn wish it was same price in Australia. Add another 1000 on top. Probably close to 1000 usd here

@MrSubielove 4 жыл бұрын

has anyone accused you of having fake grass? haha my HOA issued me a citation because my grass looks like yours and they said it's fake grass but they were not willing to come to take a closer look.

@ShortCutLawn 4 жыл бұрын

Lol...that’s funny! People here just wonder if it is real or not.

@Reddylion 4 жыл бұрын

For 3/4 acre people should stick to reel mower.i will. Unless they have some health issues.

@wayneessar7489 3 жыл бұрын

So nearly an acre and you use a hand push reel mower? You must be strong! I think it depends how hot summers are where folks live whether they would survive frequent mowing in 90 plus degrees using a push reel.

@Reddylion 3 жыл бұрын

@@wayneessar7489 I used to be a body builder so I spoke in that sense, I think you are right in hot weather it's impossible to reel mow. Electric would be a good option.

@wayneessar7489 3 жыл бұрын

@@Reddylion It is awesome if you can. I had a heart attack in 2011 push mowing with my Silent Scott and the fear has only subsided in the last two years. I love the look but keeping the reel speed up on varying terrain became a 'reel' challenge for me. #old

@Reddylion 3 жыл бұрын

@@wayneessar7489 I can understand, I met with road accident toobbroke couple of bones that is why I said I used to be a body builder we all go through bad things in our lives and reel moving on not a flat terrain is huge burden too. best option is battery electric mover, edgers etc. Have a good day.

@edwardthomas9671 4 жыл бұрын

Old vs new honda their nothing much in it ok new one got 10% more power but you dont really need it , and why would you want to cut high grass, good video

@ShortCutLawn 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks edward! I believe they redesigned the engine with fewer parts which easier to repair and maintain.

@BuddysDIY 2 жыл бұрын

Bro your grass was pretty much cut when your started lmfao. This is not a rela test. Let that grow for a few weeks to really test this thing Edit: I spoke too soon. Your neighbors yard was a great test. Lol

@devon_rjh_photography9349 4 жыл бұрын

Omg, see what I brought today on Instagram account, scary or what 🤣🤣🤣

@devon_rjh_photography9349 4 жыл бұрын

Your lawn is insane, no other word for it!! ❤❤❤❤👌👌👌

@ShortCutLawn 4 жыл бұрын

That is too funny! I guess I don’t have to convince you to get the HRX 😂

@ShortCutLawn 4 жыл бұрын

..and thanks for the compliment 🙏🏼

@devon_rjh_photography9349 4 жыл бұрын

@@ShortCutLawn I ordered mine this morning and then up you post this, bit freaked out if I'm honest lol and well pleased with my choice and you just confirmed it 🤣🤣

@ShortCutLawn 4 жыл бұрын

Oh yeah you made the right choice 🙂👍🏼

@LeonMTan 4 жыл бұрын

to cut this low requires your ground to be completely flat and even.lucky yours is perfectly flat.

@CRA1G1EBOY 3 жыл бұрын

You would hate my lawn.

@ericbowers71 2 жыл бұрын

Scalped it.

@ShortCutLawn 2 жыл бұрын

Where?

@conniewhite7978 4 жыл бұрын

Not supposed to bag grass And not supposed to cut that short. So NAH.

@ShortCutLawn 4 жыл бұрын

Ahhhh sure 👍🏼

@MrBigal123123 4 жыл бұрын

i dont know why people like this mower so much. i cut grass all day everyday and this is the worse machine ive ever had. good engine yes but cut quality and the the overlap is the worse. i feel like i take longer to cut the grass with this machine then a basic lawnboy because of the overlap. no side discharge. rear discharge makes clumps. anyone else have experience with this machine? put a toro 30 timemaster on that lawn and compare the cut

@algorel4763 4 жыл бұрын

I have this new HRX, and love it. BUT my 12 year old Toro Super Recycler is better for in many aspects. Ease of use, cut quality, and even noise level. I prefer the Personal Pace drive on the Toro. It’s very nimble in tight quarters. Hate to rain on the Honda parade!