kulboy

 I was worried also that the variable speed might not be a fun bill if it ever needed to get fixed.  As far as the motor the brochure for the hrx says gcv 190 ohc/ohv and the hrr216 says gcv 160 ohc/ohv.

I am looking at the Honda lineup of lawn mowers at Home Depot (I have a 20% off coupon).  The two models I am looking at in peticular are the:

HRR216VXA - This is the new one with the Variable Speed on the handlebar that you use like an accelerator.  $499

HRX217TDA- Or this one with the bigger motor and a few more bells and whistles. $599

I really like the one with the variable speed on the handle bar.  I test drove one today and really liked the way it felt.  I was wondering if anyone has any experience with this new model.  I also understand the importance of the hrx model for only $100 more,  but am leaning towards the variable speed model.  Any thoughts would be most appreciated.