Recently purchased a used honda 3009 riding mower. It runs no problem but does burn oil on initial startup and when running at a lower speed when I empty out the bags on the catcher. When actually mowing there is no smoke. Any solutions? Thanks.

I wonder if you found an answer to your question about burning oil in your honda 3009?

No not yet... do you have any knowledge on this subject?

Sounds like you have a worn cylinder and some loose rings.