CJBOTA
Gold Member
After much thought I took delivery of a new 825i gator last Friday. The Mule Pro FX came in a real close second place. I thought both machines were great but the primary difference was in the dealerships. I went to three different Kawasaki dealers in the area and I just didn't hit it off with any of them. They either didn't know their product, wouldn't negotiate, or didn't have a very good reputation for service.
Although I have never had much luck at John Deere dealers I decided to give it a chance and things went fairly well. The dealer is fairly close by and has a good reputation. I think buying several Harley's has taught me patience in dealing with arrogant dealerships. John Deere & Harley dealerships are similar, except for the product of coarse.
I have two Kubota tractors which I am very happy with, and have an excellent dealership close by, but the Kubota utv's just don't ring my bell. If my Kubota dealer also sold Mules I would have bought one.
Anyway, my 825i is Olive & Black. It has power steering & dump. It has a lid & bench seats. It has awesome black mag wheels. The bed is linexed from the factory. Sorry, I don't know how to post a picture. I have put 5 hours on it & really like how it runs. I want to add some additional lights & the front Hood Rack. I would appreciate any suggestions on the lights.
Lastly, I sold my Cub 750 EfI Volunteer after 7 years & 600 hours of ownership.and I must say it did everything I ask it to to do, and I think they are highly under rated. If money is an issue, for $4000 less than a Gator or a Mule you can buy a solid work horse and the 31 HP liquid cooled Kohler Engine will run to 32 mph which will run circles around the Kubota 900. I liked it so much I almost bought another one. I am hopeful the Gator & the John Deere dealership will serve me as well.
Although I have never had much luck at John Deere dealers I decided to give it a chance and things went fairly well. The dealer is fairly close by and has a good reputation. I think buying several Harley's has taught me patience in dealing with arrogant dealerships. John Deere & Harley dealerships are similar, except for the product of coarse.
I have two Kubota tractors which I am very happy with, and have an excellent dealership close by, but the Kubota utv's just don't ring my bell. If my Kubota dealer also sold Mules I would have bought one.
Anyway, my 825i is Olive & Black. It has power steering & dump. It has a lid & bench seats. It has awesome black mag wheels. The bed is linexed from the factory. Sorry, I don't know how to post a picture. I have put 5 hours on it & really like how it runs. I want to add some additional lights & the front Hood Rack. I would appreciate any suggestions on the lights.
Lastly, I sold my Cub 750 EfI Volunteer after 7 years & 600 hours of ownership.and I must say it did everything I ask it to to do, and I think they are highly under rated. If money is an issue, for $4000 less than a Gator or a Mule you can buy a solid work horse and the 31 HP liquid cooled Kohler Engine will run to 32 mph which will run circles around the Kubota 900. I liked it so much I almost bought another one. I am hopeful the Gator & the John Deere dealership will serve me as well.
