LazerZ X-Series E-Gov EFI'd Big Block

[TLS]

As the title states, any feedback on eXmarks' new EFI'd big block Lazers?

The new seat looks very comfortable. Finally a decent seat!

And finally, a EFI engine in the 1 Liter class!

The RED technology sounds interesting, and I'm wondering if it is an eXmark exclusive, or will this 3 position switch be available on other makes?

[Exmark PR]

RED an Exmark exclusive technology.

[Ridin' Green]

Originally Posted by Exmark PR

RED an Exmark exclusive technology.

What exactly is the RED technology?

[djagusch]

Originally Posted by Exmark PR

RED an Exmark exclusive technology.

Are you saying they have a patent on the tech? RPM and fuel mapping changes with a switch is used in many places (bikes, cars, etc).
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[TLS]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wBjHy...6JLoS1d2ZCASWI

[Ridin' Green]

Thanks, that is very interesting.

There's always a big step forward in mower design the year after I drop a ton of money on a new mower.

TLS-

Are you thinking of going to Exmark this year? I know you've had on and off issues with your SZ, and IIRC, last season you started talking about maybe getting something new.

[TLS]

Originally Posted by Ridin' Green

TLS-

Are you thinking of going to Exmark this year? I know you've had on and off issues with your SZ, and IIRC, last season you started talking about maybe getting something new.

I really don't know yet. I will be heading into my 7th season with the SuperZ. Other than my 1968 Cub Cadet, it's the longest I've ever kept a rider.

Things have changed for me at my other job, and requires a considerable decrease in the amount of lawn work I am able to perform. As it stands now, I'll be working my other job till lunchtime, maybe 1PM (38hrs/wk). I'll have from then till dark to do my lawns and I'll have Wednesdays totally off.

So I won't be putting the hours on anything like I have in the past (when I worked my other job just 12-16hrs/wk)

I really liked my old LC'd Lazer, and when I demoed this newer model (Next Lazer) a few years ago, I liked everything about it except the noisy 29hp Kawi.

If I went with this new eXmark RED EFI:

I'd be giving up the SuperZ speed.
I'd be getting a superior QOC.
I'd be dropping fuel capacity by 2 gallons.
I'd be picking up a TON more horsepower and torque. (and likely still get similar fuel economy)
I'd be loosing the SuperZ parking brake system.
I'd be riding a much lighter mower.
I'd be riding a much more hill friendly mower.


There is a lot I like about MY SuperZ, and a few things I don't like about the newer SuperZ.

Hustler NEEDS to offer a Kohler EFI big block on their SuperZ, fix the discharge issue that I and Mickhippy noticed, enlarge the fuel capacity, and overall make it a lighter, more compact ZTR.


Overall, I'll have to see what the financing is like. Would like to see 0% for 48mo on anything I buy. I'll have to see financially how I come out of plowing season, and how this other job works out with my mowing schedule.

[GMLC]

Ridin,

It wont be long before everything is efi to keep up with the epa. I just wish all the engine companies used the same rating system so we can compare like you said. Honestly the whole over rated hp thing never bothered me. I remember when 13 hp was the cats azz and we never thought it was underpowered!!
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[Ridin' Green]

Originally Posted by GMLC

I wont be long before everything is efi to keep up with the epa. I just wish all the engine companies used the same rating system so we can compare like you said. Honestly the whole over rated hp thing never bothered me. I remember when 13 hp was the cats azz and we never thought it was underpowered!!
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I am old enough to remember when a 12 hp was the biggest engine found in a GT. But, at least they were true HP back then.

I don't really care either, except for times when I am shopping and comparing. It is nice when everyone is on the same page so that you can compare apples to apples (or whatever fruit you like).

[weaver]

Originally Posted by GMLC

Ridin,

It wont be long before everything is efi to keep up with the epa. I just wish all the engine companies used the same rating system so we can compare like you said. Honestly the whole over rated hp thing never bothered me. I remember when 13 hp was the cats azz and we never thought it was underpowered!!
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Dang, my first rider ever was a 28in cut 8 hp snapper.. I would of thought i was in heaven with the 13hp option...