How Much Oil Can a Honda HRX217 Lawn Mower Hold?

The Honda HRX217 is one of the most recognizable residential and commercial mowers in the 2025 lineup — made with precision, performance, and durability. Even the best-oiled engines need to work within the proper oil capacities and maintain proper oil levels.

In the following section, we will provide the oil capacity, recommended oil types, and oil maintenance information to help you care for your HRX217 lawnmower.

Honda HRX217 Oil Capacity

The Honda HRX217 series uses a GCV200 engine that is designed for the maximum achievable torque with efficient combustion of the air-fuel mixture in the cylinder for each available stroke of the piston. Proper oil levels are necessary to maintain proper lubrication and mechanical wear. Key specifications:

• Engine Type: Honda GCV200
• Oil capacity without changing filter: 12.0 oz (0.35 L)
• Oil capacity with changing filter: 13.5 oz (0.40 L) Recommended oil: SAE 10W-30 (API classification SJ or later)

Honda HRX217 Oil Capacity Summary

Importance of Maintaining Oil Levels

Using the correct amount of oil provides:

1. Consistent lubrication to prevent friction damage
2. Consistent engine temperature and cooling capacity
3. Increased engine life and easier starting
4. Preventing carbon buildup and loss of power
5. Too much oil or too little oil can result in smoking, uneven combustion, or even irreversible wear of your Honda GCV200 engine.

Recommended Oil Options

While Honda recommends SAE 10W-30 for most climates, there are other options to consider based on your location:

• SAE 30 – Warm weather when the temperature does not fluctuate
• 5W-30 Synthetic – If you live in a cold climate or expect to experience variable temperatures
• 10W-30 Synthetic – For prolonged maintenance intervals

Where to Purchase Authentic Honda Replacement Parts

Taking care of your mower goes beyond simply changing the oil. Our Honda Small Engine Parts Store has:

1. Air filters to ensure optimal air flow.
2. Spark plugs that ignite cleaner.
3. Oil filters and a fuel filter to prevent contamination.
4. Blades and belts for a consistent cut.

By using authentic Honda replacement parts, you can be absolutely sure to achieve perfect compatibility, reliability, and durability with your HRX217 mower.

Conclusion

When used to their fullest potential, the Honda HRX217 lawn mower performs best when oil readings are maintained appropriately and parts that are considered authentic are serviced and replaced. Whether you are tuning up for the season or have just completed mowing, oil changes, and filter changes have the potential to prolong the life of your mower for years to come.

If maintenance requires more than routine care, our store provides original Honda replacement parts to ensure your HRX217 continues to perform at its best. You can find all genuine components here
— perfectly matched for your mower’s longevity and reliability.