Industrial Honda engine has low Oil Alert® shutdown protection and Honda's QUIETEST engine muffler. Only 6% total harmonic distortion for use with voltage-sensitive equipment like computers. Maintenance-free, brushless design. Easy-access control panel. Circuit breaker protection. 6.5 gallon tank powers generator for 13.4 hours @ 1/2 load, 9.2 hours @ full load. Compatible with Reliance transfer switch.
24 of 24 would recommend this product to a friend.
Product Reviews
Overall Rating:
5
/ 5
NorthStar Generator,
August 19, 2008
By ramman07from McCall Creek, MS
"I purchased this generator in 2003 for use with my tavel trailer. I used this generator after purchasing some land for 2 1/2 years waiting to get a right away across the land bordering my property. Also use NorthStar generator during Hurricane Katrina to power my brother's home. I haven't had any problems with this generator at all since I purchased it. I am very pleased with this generator and I would recomend this generator to anyone. Thanks, Paul"
What is your level of technical expertise?:
Professional
Overall Rating:
5
/ 5
NorthStar Generator — 9 HP, 5500 Watt, Gasoline,
August 18, 2008
By Sparky747from Milwaukee Wisconsin
"I have owned and operated this generator for several years, and it has preformed flawlessly. Starts on 1 pull of the recoil, and the Honda is very easy on gas which gives a long run time with it's large gas tank."
What is your level of technical expertise?:
Professional
Overall Rating:
5
/ 5
Very Strong,
August 18, 2008
By Logmannorthfrom Upper Michigan
"My generator is the older model, but what a machine! It's been used for construction, farming, and around the house. It been in and out of pick-ups many times and can be loaded with one man. It starts within one or two pulls all the time, even after sitting for 6 mo. I had it hanging from a crane once and banged it hard into a log. The handle bent just a little. I never straighted it the handles are strong. In my 9 years i have never fixed anything, except oil changes. You will love it!"
What is your level of technical expertise?:
Professional
Overall Rating:
5
/ 5
Honda Portable Generator-5500 Watts,
August 11, 2008
By RoxRfrom Excelsior Springs, MO
"This generator has been very reliable over the past five years. I live in an area serviced by a coop utility and outages are common(the longest being over three days in January after an ice storm). This was indispensible in keeping my furnace(gas) on and my refrigerators and freezers cooling. I also use it to power electric tools in remote locations. I have just done the usual maintenance to it(change oil, put gas stabilizer in it, etc.) and it has never failed to start after two pulls of the recoil starter. Very good overall, highly dependable machine. I heartily recommend it."
What is your level of technical expertise?:
Home Handyman
Overall Rating:
4
/ 5
Good portable generator.,
August 11, 2008
By JEPILRfrom Little Rock, AR
"I purchased the (discontinued) 8hp model in June 2008. Shipping was reasonable and delivery time was as advertised. Generator fired up on the second pull. My 60 year old mother can start it - very easy pull. Runs relatively quietly. Have not yet needed to use it to power essential household items. But I start it monthly - as recommended in the manual - to keep the coil from sustaining damage from water condensation. I didn't spend the money on the wheel kit, instead electing to build a small wood frame to which I bolted 4 caster wheels. I then bolted this assembly onto the bottom of the generator. Works great. Set me back 15 bucks. The only complaint I have is that the generator doesn't come with its own grounding cable. This wouldn't be too much trouble for the company to provide, in my opinion. Only a minor complaint - as grounding cables are easy to fabricate."
What is your level of technical expertise?:
Home Handyman
Overall Rating:
5
/ 5
A+ product,
April 25, 2008
By Anonymous Reviewerfrom Miami, Florida
"After discovering that I had forgotten to drain the gas and oil after last hurricane season I was resigned to having to take this in to the shop. Much to my surprise it started right up after just changing the old gas for fresh. Last major power outage it kept 2 refrigerators and a freezer running for 3 days along with several fans, lights and a small wall ac at night. I'd still keep this as a backup to my new whole house unit."
What is your level of technical expertise?:
Home Handyman
Overall Rating:
5
/ 5
EASY START,
April 22, 2008
By FARHURSTfrom Colorado
"This the best generator I've ever owned, and I've owned quite a few over the years. Starts easily every time. Great fuel economy. No worries if it will preform as required.At our altitude alot of them don't operate like this does. Thanks Northstar"
What is your level of technical expertise?:
Professional
Overall Rating:
5
/ 5
Must have for family,
April 21, 2008
By DMan66from South Carolina
"Bought it for power outages. Have used it alot more than just when the power goes out. Easy start. Even my wife can use it when I am out of town. Feel better leaving the family when there is an outage."
What is your level of technical expertise?:
Home Handyman
Overall Rating:
5
/ 5
Northstar Generator,
April 21, 2008
By PM560from Appalachian Mountains of Virginia
"I live in the country and our power supply is delicate, especially in the winter ice storms and the summer thunderstorms. More than once I've tried to get through the woods to or from the highway and found an 18" oak across the road. The same happens to the power lines. When you don't want the house to freeze or all the meat in the freezer to rot, it's important to have a reliable source of emergency power.
This generator has always started on the first push of the button and continued to run until I didn't need it."
What is your level of technical expertise?:
Home Handyman
Overall Rating:
5
/ 5
generator,
April 21, 2008
By fatcatfrom North Carolina
"I run a well pump with this model. Works great on the farm using it to water cows."
What is your level of technical expertise?:
Home Handyman
