The Honda 28475-VE1-R00 Rope Guide is a genuine OEM Rope Guide designed for HRB217, HRR216, and HRX217 lawn mowers. As a factory-original component, this part is manufactured to the same specification as the piece that left the factory, ensuring a direct, hassle-free installation. Honda supersedes parts at serial breaks, so confirm your mower's serial number against the fitment table before ordering to make sure part number 28475-VE1-R00 is the correct match for your unit.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Integrity — manufactured by Honda to the original specification, so the rope routes and wears exactly as intended through the recoil starter system.
- Direct Replacement — engineered to drop into HRB217, HRR216, and HRX217 mowers without cutting, drilling, or adapting.
- Serial Number Matters — Honda issues part revisions at specific serial breaks; cross-reference your mower's serial number with the fitment table to confirm this is the right guide for your machine.
- Protects the Starter Rope — a worn or damaged guide allows the rope to chafe against surrounding housings, leading to fraying and premature starter rope failure.
The Rope Guide is a small but important component in the recoil starter assembly of a walk-behind lawn mower. It channels the starter rope through a precise path as the rope is pulled and retracted, preventing direct contact between the rope and the surrounding plastic or metal housing. When the guide wears out, cracks, or goes missing, the rope rubs against unintended surfaces, fraying quickly and eventually snapping — leaving the mower impossible to start until the rope and guide are both replaced. Keeping this component in good condition is a straightforward way to extend starter rope service life.
Part Details
| Part Number | 28475-VE1-R00 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Honda |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Rope Guide |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Models | Serial Range |
|---|---|---|
| Lawn Mower | HRB217, HRR216, HRX217 | All |
Verify Before You Order
Fitment is machine-number and revision-specific; always confirm your model and serial number against the fitment list.
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