John Deere 1025R Review After Two Years
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- My opinion of a 2017 John Deere 1025R with 175+ hours on it after two years of use.
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Cutting Back Snowbanks: • Cutting Back Snowbanks...
Random Leftover Clips From Winter 2019: • Random Leftover Clips ...
Snowpocalypse 2019 (Part 1) - JD 1025R Snowblowing: • Snowpocalypse 2019 (Pa...
Snowblower Prep 2018: • Snowblower Prep 2018
Unloading toolbox: • Something New and Blue
John Deere 1025R Aerating: • John Deere 1025R Aerating
Mowing in the DARK John Deere 1025R: • Mowing in the DARK Joh...
Unloading steel: • ROLLER BUILD - Part 2 ...
John Deere 1025R - Turning night into DAY!!!: • John Deere 1025R - Tur...
360 View - JD 1025R Cleaning Three Driveways: • 360 View - JD 1025R Cl...
John Deere 1025R Night Snowblowing: • John Deere 1025R Night...
John Deere 1025R Fall Leaf Clean-up in a Small Yard 360 Degree View: • John Deere 1025R Fall ...
John Deere 1025R Mowing Lawn 360 Degrees: • John Deere 1025R Mowin...
If your thinking about buying a John Deere Snowblower check out this playlist first czcams.com/play/PLIOEap-SqCps-YFNX8CGSmdedX7j8uR88.html
Enjoyed your video! i'm in nothern michigan with ten wooded acres. I have a 2016 1025R with close to 500 hours on it, mostly front end loader and backhoe hours. The backhoe has been such a blessing to have in my situation. It is small and limited in various ways compared to "real" backhoes but will certainly amaze you with what it can do. Countless stumps and trenches in tight wooded areas where I don't want to cut my beautiful trees down. Small pond. Loosening severly rocky clay soil before using my front end loader to relocate the dirt to low damp areas around my house and sand too. I just wanted to let those out there that might have a need for a backhoe to hear some testimony about how good it works.
Thank You. With over 500 hours have you had any problems with the tractor, loader, or backhoe?
The only problem I've had is the rubber strap that holds the air cleaner canister to the aluminum bracket attached to the engine broke. I have been running it for quite some time without any strap. The air hoses have been more than sufficient to hold the light air cleaner canister. No other problems with tractor, backhoe or loader.
Got to say, this is the most thorough and complete reviews of ANYTHING I've ever seen on CZcams! Wouldn't have come across it save I'm getting ready to buy a used 1025R in a couple of months. Won't be needing a snow blower (we're near Richmond, VA) though. Thanks!
Your Welcome
Been shopping these for a while. This is by far the most detailed and unbiased review I've seen. In other words, the best review out there. Thank you.
Your welcome, Let John Deere know maybe I can do a updated video with the new 2021 model then. 🤷♂️
Great review, young man! This was a clear, detailed, yet concise review. Again, nicely done.
Thank You Very Much
Master of Everything, I am going to be the owner of a new 2019 1025R from R&S this week. I went with the bucket, mauser cab, ballast box, 60D mowing deck with mulch kit because of your video and thoughts plus I did the 54 inch snow blower. Since no side walks and just long drive way. I like your comparing it to the swiss army knife.
I hope for many years of performance and durability.
Chuck
Congratulations!!!! Sounds like a beast of a setup. Which R&S did you buy from if you don't mind me asking?
@@masterofeverything6468 Campbellsport Wi. Can't wait for it to be delivered.
I also have a 1025R with a Mauser cab. Love the cab. Very well made and the heater is great when removing snow. However, you will find the hydraulic couplers to the loader are next to impossible to get to as they are virtually buried under the cab floor. Unless you have very strong and nimble fingers you cannot get enough leverage to connect and disconnect the hoses, especially the black one. I have resorted to just leaving the loader frame on the tractor and taking the bucket off when not needed. Also, the Mauser cab has a fuel filler that is recessed too far and makes it difficult to completely empty a five gallon can of diesel. My comment on the mulching kit for the mid mount mower: it is worth every expensive penny !! You can trim on either side of the mower and no more grass clippings and dirt flying into the flower beds or on the sidewalk. And NO MORE RAKING !! WOOHOO !! And your yard looks great. Love this little green beast.
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I added a short 90 degree elbow on the end of the exhaust pipe to direct it out and away from the front and solved the soot problem in the air cleaner.
I will have to try that next winter Thanks
Great Great review👍‼️‼️
I just bought a 1025R with everything 2021 & LOVE IT❤️‼️
Congratulations, Welcome to the family
Best review of the 1025r on CZcams.
Thank You!!! Let John Deere know that LOL
This year I bought a 2016 John Deere 1025R with only 150 hours on it. It works very well and is easy to handle. I blew snow with it and found the heated Tektite cab to be extremely well built and comfortable. Within 2 minutes I have heat no matter the temperature. It also came with a mower and front loader/bucket. I may get it a backhoe for the spring. We'll see.
congratulations on the purchase and welcome to the family of 1025R owners
I just got it back today, they had to mount the front loader and mower. I need to purchase a tooth bar and some other stuff from GWT now that I can measure the actual width of the bucket. Thank you for the welcome to the 1025R family! :)
5th year for mine and still going strong 👍🏼. I also have a x720 so the 1025 don’t get many hours for mowing. I’m only at 113 hours. I still prefer to mow with the X7 it’s a lot smoother ride. It’s less of a handful too in tight areas. I probably shouldn’t even bought the mower deck for my 1025 lol. Works well with my JD 413 Bush hog though 👍🏼
I like my mower deck for my 1025R, One mechanic multiple uses.
Thanks bunches. I would not have found out about most of these quirks you've mentioned especially with servicing. I love your right setup and I am OCD with lights especially for night.
Best of luck to you and God bless
Glad you liked it, I'm Planing on making a 5yr Review this year. If you like this lighting setup check out my current winter setup. czcams.com/video/PcRMqXbhhMI/video.html
Going down this week to buy one. Thanks for the excellent review.
Your welcome!!! And welcome to the John Deere 1025R Family.
I like the fuel guage being on the cluster like it is on our 2210.
Me too that is where it should be
We just purchased the 1025R 2019 model year, they have rectified the back up switch issue. We also did get the mauser cab, that being said the struggle is real with the angle of the hydraulic lines and trying to get them on or off. I will post more on things and we have only had ours for 2 weeks.
CONGRATULATIONS on the purchase and welcome to the family. What was the backup switch problem?
Great and very thorough review. Can't imagine anything you left out. A very versatile machine. Love all the lights. Good idea.
THANK YOU!!!
Best video on the 1025r Have a x590 2020 moving up to the 1025r set up like yours loader turf tires no backhoe no cab 54 quick connect deck keep the great videos coming !
Thank You. I didn't see you list a snowblower but if your planing on getting one check out this playlist first czcams.com/play/PLIOEap-SqCps-YFNX8CGSmdedX7j8uR88.html
After seeing your video on the quick hitch and snowblower, how the contact points are worn after 2 years and your meticulous about your tractor, I’m seeking an alternative for snow removal
@@MegaJim58 Yep its not good and I hope John Deere steps up there game a bit. In the last week I found out a lot to new information and there will be a part 3 in the hunt for something better coming soon.
Just took delivery of my 2021 1025r Love it Set up like yours but without snowblower. The 54 auto connect deck has been updated
I am thinking about picking up one of these tractors. This is a great video man. I am a John Deere fan too as you will see in some of my lawn care video's. New subscriber here. I will be checking out your other videos.
You will like it. Thank You
They do have a front 3 point hitch on their European model's. Tractor time with Tim was in Europe and did a video on it. If i remember correctly.
I hope they bring it to this side of the pond in the next couple years or I'm going to take a trip and bring one back. LOL
I noticed you're in town, not too huge a yard, etc. Do you have a lawn service, or side gig doing work for people? Choosing between the x7 and 1 series is tough when storage, lawn size, obstacles, and need or lack of for attachments are issues. Awesome video. Super informative.
Started out as a side job but starting 1-1-2023 will be a full LLC. Personally I would go with a 1025R over a X700 any day of the week. The 1025R is build heavier, has more attachments, is more versatile, and more cost effective. Take for example a X750 a mid range X700 cost 13k bone stock and it can only really do two jobs (snowblow and cut grass) A 1025R may cost more but you can do so much more with it. (Loader work, Mow, Snowblow, Backhoe, run 3-point and pto powered attachments) Not to mention the 1025R is diesel which will outlast the gas motor on the X700.
Tractor Time With Tim has a video on how to change your hydraulic connections to a single point quick connection for the loader. It's really pretty easy and he walks you through the whole thing. He's also got some other really good stuff on there. Nice job on the video. If you haven't done a video on the snow blower and your add on you should.
Glad you enjoyed it. The single point quick connection is crazy $$$. Also there best video for the add-ons is "Turning night in to day" and the snowblower is "Why I'm in the market fir a new snowblower"
Very thorough video. Thanks.
Glad you enjoyed it!
I'm seriously just going to throw my JD manual out and save this video for future use, I learned more from watching this video than from the manual or any other JD forum since purchasing the 1025r 3 years ago...seriously, such great information!!
Thank You so much.
Playing catch up on video's been up to the cabin for a week with no internet and very little phone service. I have the same issue with my loader hoses. I have the same exact tractor bought about the same time. I replaced the toy toolbox the first day with a ammo box. Lot more storage and water tight
Well I'm GLAD it not just my loader.
The 2018 models don't have the dual wire set up on the ROPS. Single +/_ on the left side only. JD now has a skid steer quick attach and so do others that fits on to their quick attach but you are adding a lot of weight so it reduces the lifting capability. I do like the lights and have the LEDs but plan to put added LED work lights front and rear. I also saw garage guru who added strobes inside his orange warning lights. I think that is a good idea. I run dual R4's on my JD because of steep slopes in my pasture. Thanks for the update.
Good to know about the wire mine is a 2017. And with the skid steer QA in someone is worried about losing 100lb of lifting capability you already bought too small of a tractor. Next spring I plan on updating my lighting setup.
Very good review. The weight and balance issues you have described are my greatest concern. Having to spend more money to correct them leads me to purchase a 2 series instead. Afterall, many of the initial trade-ins lean to ultimately need "more tractor" than what the 1025 can provide naked.
Tractors are like garages, there never big enough.
Thanks for the video.
For the small amount of additional information the Limited part of the cat one is the lift height. I haven't found myself to be limited by the lift height on anything that the three-point could actually lift.
I have not ran into the height problem
Why are you so down on JDQA? The extra weight of the SSQA robs that little tractor of much needed lift capacity. And every attachment is available in both JDQA and SSQA at identical prices. The only reason I could see is if you share attachments across brands, but usually the other equipment would be different sized and require it’s own attachments anyway.
Let me answer your question with a question. Why is every other sub compact tractor manufacture using SSQA but JD?
The fuel gauge is basic and outdated but that is what I love about this tractor. If SHTF this machine is repairable by average people like me.
it would still be repairable with a simple fuel sender, its only 2 wires
No have a 2015 1025 r and I have 460+ hours and it is a great machine. Not a single flaw. Little deck nick back but always a good xut
Thanks for the feedback
After watching this, definitely pushing me to a Kioti or Mahindra. Know people with both and operated both a lot, and they seem set up a lot better. The Mahindra branded Bercomac blower on her MAX 26 XLT makes that blower look like a toy. It'll pick the front end up right off the ground for scraping ice and has a very nice replaceable carbide cutting edge. No plastic in any of it.
Don't cut the 1025R out of your mind just because of the snowblower. The tractor is solid. I agree with you 100% about the snowblower and this will be my last year with the John Deere blower. There are other companies out there that make a much better snowblower for the 1025. What do you all plan on using your tractor for?
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Snow removal, maintaining my woods, moving around dirt and mulch for yard work, moving project vehicles/engines/parts around, I'm thinking a CK2610 or 1626 are more the size I want to go for, and they can be had at a better price point. I don't want/need a belly mower on it, I have a Simplicity with a 60 inch deck that's already hard to get into certain parts of my my yard around my house and shop. Going to go the route my mother's gone and upgrade to a zero turn when this mower has reached the end of its service life. I'd prefer the higher capacity loader and larger frame with more stability and ground clearance. I just don't think this is the right setup for what I'm looking to do.
@@kylesonsalla7620 Ya it sounds like a 1025R is too small for your needs. Have you look at a John Deere 3025D? I look at a Mahindra and to me there cheap because there build cheap. Just my opinion.
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The MAX 26 XLT my mom has is actually built by Mitsubishi, which many of their mid range tractors are, their small E MAX series are built by TYM, and they build the larger ones themselves. Depends which you buy for the quality level. I'm heavily leaning towards the Kioti, from Swiderski, they have a lot of stock on hand and great prices. Need to get out and actually drive the exact models I'm interested in though. Also open to an L2601 Kubota. I don't think I could go wrong with any of them around here with how many dealers there are for all 4 brands and I don't think any of them make a "bad" tractor, just gotta see whose got the best pricing and which I feel most comfortable operating I guess.
Good info I have been looking at the 1025R open station and the 3039R cab tractor with loader/backhoe and the gm3054 3 point hitch finishe mower and 3rd function Option.
I'm very happy with my 1025R
2016 1025r loader hoses are turned the right angle to plug in strait into the coupler no twisting required
So you changed the 45 on the hoses to 90?
On my tractor for my air intake I put a 90degree elbow to redirect intake which seems to take in a a lot less crap as well as a piece of screen over end of elbow held with a zip tie
I don't get a lot of dust and dirt. I get a lot of diesel soot in winter that wraps around off the back of the snowblower
1625 hours and still workin fine for me
You got to give a bit more information. What still works fine?
Good video. Very informative!
Thanks you
What dealer of Reister dealer did you buy your tractor from? I bought mind from Reister in Chilton. Are you happy with only one brake instead of two? I’ve got a B2601 now and like the 2 brake system to mow around the apple tree branches because the ropes hit the branches. No problem with two brakes. thanks for the cool video, Wayne
Sorry, I don't want to say exactly what dealer because it narrows down my location too much. I think one brake is fine... I really don't even use the one that much seeing the 1025R has a hydro trans. Doesn't it rip up the grass around the trees?
Loved the review MOE. Really thinking about getting one of these with a mower deck and loader. I have a few questions... Have you had any issues with reliability on your tractor or mower deck? I have read mixed reviews on the mower deck not mowing as good as a typical riding mower, however, based on your videos it seems to mow your lawn very clean. I live in a rural area so the mow quality doesn’t have to be perfect but I am hoping for a mow as clean as my current Cub Cadet 3225 with a 54” deck. When lowering your mower deck for use, is there a gauge or something so you can see the mow height? Are there any recommendations you have for must have accessories for someone buying a new one...Quick attach hitch, rear weights, etc.? You commented on the wheel weights vs fluid and you preferred weights. My experience has been great with fluid. Original tires with fluid for 23 seasons. It dramatically improved ride quality and traction over the years. Does your ride better with the wheel weights or without? Any info you can provide would be appreciated.
Sorry for the delay I have been busy... No Problems with either. If you mow at 2.5in or higher the cut is as good at my commercial mower a John Deere 648R. If you plan at only mowing at 1in you will scalp the lawn. The mower height is set by a knob by your left foot. if you get a loader get a heavy hitch for rear weight.
Put your hose ends in a vice hold them at the ferrule use a pipe and slowly turn them to the correct position
I would prefer not to do that.
Great video ! I'm new to compact tractors.... does John Deere make a new "revision" of this model ( 1025R ) every year ? .... so we are now in 2020, would John Deere have made any corrections or revisions to this model ? or do they only do this, if there is a "real" problem with something ? thanks !
Deere 1025R are updated ever few years with minor changers. If there do a redesign the model number will likely change. For example the older 1025R are model 1026R
@@masterofeverything6468 Hi there ! Thanks for the reply. I didn't know that, good to know ! 🎅😁
Nice review. Good job.
Thank You
I agree with some of this I work on that kind of stuff I have seen so many different kind of sets and different way that that it is all sit up
? WHAT ?
Will the chute stop and stay anywhere or is it all the up or down with that setup?
Yes, with that setup the chute will stop and stay anywhere.
They now have the front 3 point hitch, are you going to get one after looking at the pirce?
Yep, it already in the works.
@@masterofeverything6468 I want one too but the pricing is getting crazy.
Great video.
Thank You :)
I have the same loader with the same clock problem, it makes it more difficult than it needs to be to hook up.
I'm thinking about making new hoses the right way to make it easier
Looking at a JD....any recommendations on the backhoe attachment? Any assistance and advice on whether to purchase this model greatly appreciated. Thank you. Great video.
I personally don't like the backhoe, It too slow. But that is from someone who is uses of running full size excavator. What do you all plan on using your tractor for?
Great review!! How do you raise and lower the deck?
Thanks the Deck is connected to the rear 3-point so you use the 3-point lever to raise and lower it
I just purchased a 1025r this past week
Congratulations and welcome to the 1025R family. What do you think of it so far?
@@masterofeverything6468 thxs,am very impressed so far an its super powerful
What size sprayer is that? Where could I purchase 1?
Honestly, how many of you are going to use a skid steer attachment on the front? I don't see what the big deal is with the JDQ.
One word "proprietary". I see the advantages of the JDQA but I would love the ability to choose to use the "open standard" SSQA.
@@masterofeverything6468 I get it.
Great advice
Thank you
MOE Have a 2021 1025r 54 auto connect deck thinking about getting the mulching kit you say it works well ordering from Deere . My 120R loader hydro lines clocked the same way
You will love the mulching kit
It been 12 years on a 1026r and still no bushing or bearing wear a lot of use up state New York 90% black top
😂 Hard to wear out whats not there. There are no bushing or bearing in the snowblower mount. LOL
Hey do you have links from the place you got those extra LED lights on the rops?
Yep... There in the description of this video czcams.com/video/NYet7UWrUdw/video.html
Forgot to mention that's about a 180 hours the rock shaft seals went out
We will see
My connection on the loader frame is strait , NOT A 90% fitting that's why I'm not having the same problem as you are
Ya mine came with 45 degree fittings
Thanksyou
your welcome
Did u do the air filter upgrade, I see in the video it still on valve cover.
Not yet, I know the update your talking about but I'm waiting for the factory bracket on it to fail first.
I wouldn’t wait, supposedly the valve cover can crack and pieces fall into the valve train and destroy the engine.
@@terrywest7837 Good to know from my understanding only the bracket broke. I will have to look into that.
Interested in what type of 6” actuator you purchased from Amazon exactly?
Its a 4in www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00W1ENGR2/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Very good review, makes work easier for the small guy.
Thanks
What’s your review with risterer & schnell? Looking at a sub compact from them
I think R&S is probably one of the nicest and most professional dealers I have worked with any problems I have had are all ways resolved quickly. Anytime I go into my R&S everyone knows my name from the salesman to the parts manager so either I'm in there too much or they care about there customers enough to remember there first and last name. Both salesman I have dealt with have been knowledgeable about what there selling even when I ask a hard question I think should stump them. When I bought my new 648R a few weeks back I actually had one of the Riesterer kids as a salesman. If you don't mind me asking which R&S are you looking at buying from?
Is there an attachment to allow me to use this as a trailer dolly? To move my 20' travel trailer in tight quarters etc....
What is this, do you mean the tractor?
@@masterofeverything6468 Yes. To put a receiver on the front that I could hitch up my travel trailer to and move it around where I couldn't with my truck. Like you have on the back of yours to move your flatbed trailer around.. I'd need it on the front to make tight 90 degree turns to park my trailer for winter etc...
@@patrickp4827 No, There is nothing for the front. You can do it with the 3-point hitch. I back a camper in to a seasonal camp site with mine. There tractor is so small the only problem is you cant see past the camper so you need help to guide you. Also you will need a loader too for weight in the front or all you will do is a wheelie.
@@masterofeverything6468 Okay, sounds good. I was hoping for a front end attachment for precision maneuvering but even out the back, it'll do better than trying with my truck! -lol. And yes, I'd probably need some weight in the bucket to keep me from going end over end.
@@patrickp4827 Go talk to your local John Deere Dealer tell them what you want to use it for and see what they recommend. I'm thinking you may be better off with a bigger tractor then the one I have. I know some of the 3-series JD have a front 3-point hitch which will allow you to do what you want.
What's your thoughts on the size of the 47" snowblower on the 1025R? Do you ever wish you would of got the 54"?
The short answer is if you have to do sidewalks get the 47in. I never wish I had bigger a lot of times smaller it better. With the 47 I can clear a sidewalk CLEAN in one pass without ripping up grass on both sides.
No change was required, they came that way from the factory
What model and year do you have?
how to you like the back up switch?
Can you be a bit more specific?
Bypassed.. lol
12 hrs just like the day it came it see a lot of snow maybe because 90% black top
What it on? X700 X500 1025R 2025R?
1026r 48” snow blower
Don't need usb keep your mind on the tractor not a damn cellphone .
Some of us use our phones to get customers and for billing. No need to be so salty!
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backhoe works fine for me
I'm sure it work but coming from someone who was ran excavators it way too slow.
Where is your cab
A cab would be nice but it is a lot of $ to only get used 2 months out of the year and I don't mind the cold.
1000 Curtis soft cab well worth the money with glass windshield and wiper put a golf cart heater in it you will stay warm and the windshield will stay clear. Transferred the blower from my 425, never had a problem with the quick hitch. The one on the 1025 does have that extra part to deal with.I like that you can put down pressure on the blower to scrape ice. My 425 AWS was great for mowing with the power flow bagger. I just got rid of it and picked up a ferris is2100z efi 60 inch with oil guard and the premium suspension seat. My back needed a break. I agree the 1025 should have come with one. I have the 60 inch auto connect deck and wasn't thrilled with the cut.I took it off and keep it up for a backup. I ended up reinforcing the bucket,it was a little flimsy. I wish it was a little heavier tractor like my old yanmar 226D.I had a 3 point backhoe for it and the flow was good you could actually get some digging done with it.Other thing I miss is no split brakes, and power beyond. And with the emissions on it it drinks fuel compared to the old yanmar which was the same displacement and horsepower. But still a great tractor
USB port on a tractor....we really went there (smack on the forehead) :D
If the make couch's with USB why can't my 1025R have USB?
You can't hide money $1000 bucks for a seat, wow!
Yep, There is a steel snowblower impeller to replace the plastic one for over $400. JD can be a little price crazy!
Still paint in the bucket? 2 years ? Hahaha
I repaired the bucket this spring.
$1000 ummm no...
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Dang that guy complanes to much. He should be happy he had the money to buy it.
Its a review I'm going to point out the good and the bad.... If you don't like it don't watch it.