A Honda lawnmower is exactly what you would expect it to be. Strong, reliable and built to last. We are pleased to say that this Honda Izy self propelled model did not disappoint on all of those fronts. Here is the full review.
Quality– Large 53cm cutting width – Reassuring 3 year manufacturers warranty | Usability– Folding arms for improved storage – 6 adjustable cuttings heights, 20-74mm | ||
Robustness– Redesigned solid blade & cutting deck – Built for use in large, wildly gardens | Performance– Reliable 160cc, 4 stroke Honda engine – Easy starting using manual cord |
Honda are probably best known for their cars and this means that they are great engineers who build engines and products that last a long time, are reliable and strong. They have carried over this tradition into their lawn mower production. They have delivered a no-nonsense, easy to use petrol lawn mower with this Izy RG536SD self propelled model. Some of the features include:
- 4 stroke, 160cc Honda engine
- 53cm cutting width
- 6 adjustable cutting heights, from 20mm to 74mm
- 61 litre grass box
What Users Say
If you look at several of the Honda mowers available to buy in the UK now you will see they all get great reviews. People find that Honda build robust, reliable and easy to use machines that run for years and years. You will even find them being used commercially day after day and lasting for many years so if used for your home garden you’re probably looking at it lasting a decade.
Even a small amount of maintenance, such as sharpening the blade, changing the oil and filter will ensure this lasts a long time. You can do this yourself of take it to a local professional to do it for you. It can deal with large volumes of debris, such as leaves and twigs, without too much of a problem.
It’s reported to be easy to start, does the job quickly and efficiently and folds away nicely making transportation or storage much easier.
Advantages
- Reliable 160cc engine which also propels the mower
- Many adjustable heights to get the cutting height you need
- Large grass box with very good suction so as not to leave grass on the ground
- 3 year warranty
Disadvantages
- No rear roller so there are no stripes in the lawn with this model
What We Say
This is a no nonsense, hassle free lawn mower that gets the job done efficiently and properly, first time. Sure, you won’t have a stripey lawn but that doesn’t last long usually if you are using a small roller on the back of a small lawnmower. This machine will cut through longer grass easily, collecting it effortlessly in the large, 61 litre grass collection box without leaving any grass cuttings on the lawn that you have to pick up due to its improved design which creates more suction through to the grass box.
The 160cc engine is powerful, yet seems very quiet compared to other models. As part of their redesign the Honda team have improved the noise levels of this product which is only a good thing in our opinion. For some people to use this machine for their commercial business it shows you just how reliable and what kind of job it can do.
You can rest assured that for your larger areas of grass this is a great mower to use because you will get the job done fast without any fuss. We love this mower and think it will last for years when you buy one.
Is it Right for you?
As has been mentioned we think this lawn mower will last a long time so be prepared to have this one for many years to come. The simplicity of the build means there aren’t any fiddly parts which will break over time and cause you a headache. The guarantees in place give you a reassuring confidence that Hayter are prepared to put their money where their mouth is.
Ideally suited to medium to large sized lawns where you want to make sure you have stripes in the lawn and a professional standard cut. Sure, you have to push this mower around because it’s not self propelled but it’s not that heavy so isn’t a problem for most people, but we wouldn’t recommend it for elderly people who are not as strong as they used to be.
If you are looking for another self propelled petrol mower, but one which is a little cheaper, check out the McCulloch M46 that we have also rated very highly in the petrol lawn mower category.
Where to Buy
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Honda Izy Self Propelled Petrol Mower
Built to last by a reputable manufacturer who have kept it simple yet effective with this powerful petrol, self propelled mower. You’ll love it.
Advantages: Well built, powerful and reliable
Disadvantages: There is no rear roller
Approx. price range: £600 – £700
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