Our verdict
For people who care more about engine longevity than badge prestige. The Honda V-twin will run for 1500 hours with sensible service. Choose this over a JD if your priority is "still works in 15 years".
Pros & cons
Pros
- Honda V-twin — the most reliable engine in the category
- 122cm deck cuts huge areas
- Hydrostatic drive smooth
- Honda dealer support nationwide
Cons
- Side-discharge no collection (kit extra)
- Heavy
- New price serious
Full specs
| Type | Ride-on |
|---|---|
| Cut width | 122 cm |
| Engine / Power | Honda V-twin 688cc |
| Weight | 250 kg |
| Deck | Steel |
| Self-propelled | Yes |
| Rear roller | No |
| Mulching | Yes |
| Cutting heights | 6 positions |
| Bag capacity | — |
| Suited to lawn | Large |
| Noise level | 100 dB |
Buying second-hand
£1700–2900 used. Honda engine hours under 500 is excellent — these run forever. Test the hydrostatic forward/reverse smoothness. Look at the deck spindles — bearing seizure is the most expensive ride-on fault and these are non-trivial to replace. Honda service stamps add £400 to fair value.
Where to buy the Honda HF 2625 HM
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Repair-cost reference
UK 2026 ballpark prices for the parts you're most likely to need on this mower. OEM is dealer-genuine; aftermarket is what you'll find on eBay or generic small-engine suppliers. Use these to sense-check any quote and to negotiate on used buys.
| Part / job | OEM | Aftermarket |
|---|---|---|
|
Replacement 122cm blade
Annual sharpening is free; replace when bent or cracked.
|
£24–£32 | £8–£12 |
|
Genuine Honda foam air filter
|
£18 | £8 |
|
NGK spark plug BPR6ES
|
£14 | £5 |
|
Cam belt (genuine Honda)
|
£35 | £18 |
|
Deck spindle bearing
Replace if blade vibrates or the deck whines under load.
|
£48 each | £22 each |
|
Transaxle service (gear oil change)
Hydrostatic units need fresh fluid every 200 hours.
|
£60 dealer | £15 DIY |
|
12V starter battery
Generic 12V 18Ah lawn-tractor battery — fits most ride-ons.
|
£45 | £28 |
Fair-offer calculator
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