Uploaded September 2020 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Having just picked up a new Model E130 Riding Mower, I thought I'd go through the unit in detail and evaluate the operation. I'm used to the older clutch / multi gear setup and not automatic / hydro-static transmissions so this will be new. This currently cost around $2000 at the time of this video, boasting a 22hp vtwin motor. I wasn't overly excited about the 30 second oil change system, seems like a gimmick and not as effective as the conventional filter system.
Ill say now that the tyre pressure and the deck calibration will not be set correctly, I have a separate video for checking and adjusting this!!
John Deere AUC13705 Home Maintenance Kit E120 E130 E150 Lawn Garden Tractors
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The Forward and reverse pedals took a little getting used to. Also releasing quickly from those pedals acts like a brake. One annoyance is the reverse button, I hadn't seen this before, requiring to be pressed when going in reverse with engaged blades. Also the transportation disengagement mechanism should be engaged in the rear of the unit once delivered... mine wasn't.
2 Gallons fills the tank.
We started the Yard at 4in, down to 3 3/4 and onto 3 1/2. The cut was nice and operation was pleasant. Afterwards we tried out the hose connection for cleaning, but honestly it was too new to accumulate anything to show any significant grass removal.
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Having just picked up a new Model E130 Riding Mower, I thought I'd go through the unit in detail and evaluate the operation. I'm used to the older clutch / multi gear setup and not automatic / hydro-static transmissions so this will be new. This currently cost around $2000 at the time of this video, boasting a 22hp vtwin motor. I wasn't overly excited about the 30 second oil change system, seems like a gimmick and not as effective as the conventional filter system.
Ill say now that the tyre pressure and the deck calibration will not be set correctly, I have a separate video for checking and adjusting this!!
John Deere AUC13705 Home Maintenance Kit E120 E130 E150 Lawn Garden Tractors
amzn.to/3K5QGGY
John Deere Multi-Purpose HD Lithium Complex Grease
amzn.to/434bR53
The Forward and reverse pedals took a little getting used to. Also releasing quickly from those pedals acts like a brake. One annoyance is the reverse button, I hadn't seen this before, requiring to be pressed when going in reverse with engaged blades. Also the transportation disengagement mechanism should be engaged in the rear of the unit once delivered... mine wasn't.
2 Gallons fills the tank.
We started the Yard at 4in, down to 3 3/4 and onto 3 1/2. The cut was nice and operation was pleasant. Afterwards we tried out the hose connection for cleaning, but honestly it was too new to accumulate anything to show any significant grass removal.
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. If you choose to purchase any of these items the links above provide a small commission that I use towards the making of these videos at no additional cost to you.
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