Used Honda Generators

Used Honda Portable Generators - A Good Way to Save on a Very Nice Generator

Ask anyone with generator experience and they will tell you that Honda generators are known for their quality.

New Hondas come with a hefty price tag, however.

One way you can get the quality without paying the new price is to purchase a used Honda generator.

This is a cost-effective method to get high quality equipment.

Advantages

Buying used Honda generators can save you a lot of money. For some companies and individuals, it is the best way to get the equipment they want at a decent price.

There are many used generators on the market.

Don't be afraid to ask questions and compare the generators in performance and condition.

If you can find the generator you want, you'll know you're getting a good piece of equipment for a decent price.

If you find a used generator that has only been used as a backup machine and has been well-maintained, you have found a great generator that may serve you well for years to come.

Buying used will allow you to get a model from a quality manufacturer who has a history of success. Even if you need to repair the generator down the road, you know that Honda won't be going out of business any time soon, so parts should be readily available.

What To Look For

When you look at previously owned Honda, you need to consider these factors so you don't get one that has been worn out.

• Age of the generator
• Hours used
• Maintenance that has been performed
• Physical wear and tear
• How it performs in a load test
• Who you are buying it from

Honda generators will have a gauge that tells you how many hours it has been run. Check this gauge. Ask if the seller knows what it was used for. Was it just a backup generator or was it used on a daily basis?

Backup generators are usually in much better shape than those used continuously. If this information is not available, ask to inspect the generator and see if a load test can be done.

How does it look? Ask if it has been tuned and reconditioned. Ask to see maintenance records if they are available. Take a look at the wires and welds to see if they are in good condition.

If the generator has not been repaired, ask the dealer about getting the bearings and bushings replaced. This can be an important step in assuring that you will get a used generator that performs well for you.

What to Be Cautious About

If the seller doesn't have any records or information about the generator, be very cautious. If they won't perform a load test on the generator for you and the unit has not been tuned and reconditioned, you may want to look elsewhere.

Used Honda generators can be abused as much as any other generator. Don't buy it just because you like the manufacturer if the generator looks like it has been through a lot of abuse.