Bought a house in October 2020 with about 1.1 acres. Had never even been on a ride on before. Found this channel and all of the information has been incredible. I purchased this exact tractor; 2021 S240. Your video made me very confident in the purchase and all relevant maintenance. This channel needs to get more publicity because its much more well done than any of the others including John Deere's own videos. Great work.

Your in depth videos make me more confident in John Deere and getting this mower. Very well done videos that cover all my questions more effectively than any dealer I’ve been to.

One of the best mower videos I've ever seen. EXCELLENT.

I ordered a 2021 s240 from local John Deere dealer here in Sussex New Brunswick. Should be in later this month. You videos are great thanks!

I just bought one of these machines after having another John Deere for 18 years. The controls were different, and your video help helped us substantially. Thanks.

Just ordered an s240. Tired of working on my Troy bike pony that was my grandpa’s. Thank you for doing these videos! They were so helpful when deciding

Just purchased mine a month ago. I did a lot of interenets searching. The 48" with mulch kit is such a great combination.

Anyone else think that he looks an awful lot like Al (Richard Karn) from the old Home Improvement TV show? Excellent video!

Thanks for the overview! Helped me decide to order one from my local John Deere dealer today!

I just ordered the s 240 and this video is a great guide for me! Outstanding video! THANKS!

Just put my order in for a S240 with 42 inch deck at my local dealer! I appreciate the videos very informative and helped me with my decision of what to purchase! Keep up the good work Brent 👍 PS if I need additional attachments down the road I will check your site out!

What a GREAT VIDEO!! I learned so much from you guys! And Brett is a wonderful speaker, not one Uh, or Um . That means he really knows his Schlick!! Keep up the great work!!!👍👍🙏🏼❤️

After 20 years of good service my Sabre with a Briggs Intek has given it’s all. Ordered the S240 due to Kawasaki and upgraded trans. Wish the trans was serviceable though.

Brent, you are the best. Thank you so much for the insightful and thorough review. You articulated everything in an easy to understand manner, which I really appreciate. I purchased the S240 42 inch deck from Ag-Pro last week and it was delivered this morning. In Georgia, there were only 2 remaining, so I was relieved that I was able to get my hands on one. Looking forward to my first cut with it tomorrow!

Bought a 2023 s240 with the 42” deck. Spring in the electric clutch busted after 5 hours of use. Dealer took 5 weeks to repair it. Also a warning to anyone looking for a bagger to install yourself: JD changed the deck, so s240 baggers aren’t 1 model fits all. Yellow decks get one model, green ones get a different one. Brent’s video is great…for the yellow decks. Had to follow the IKEA level instructions for the green deck since there aren’t any videos for those installations. You’re almost better off looking at parts, looking at the deck, and figuring it out yourself.

RIO switch and seat safety switch "duct tape bypass mod" are my first modifications made on my last 3 john deere mowers 🤷‍♂️

Just wanted to thank you for all your video reviews of the 100 and 200 series models. I was originally considering an S160 until I saw your videos and then decided that the S170 would be a better choice for me. Unfortunately no one in my area up here in Maine had ANY in stock including the local John Deere dealer. They did however have an S180 yesterday so today I stopped in to check it out only to find that it had sold. That's when I first heard of the S240. With the Kawasaki engine, the 48 inch deck (the 54 was more than I wanted anyway) and the other general upgrades with this model I made the deal. Your videos were a great introduction to the John Deere lawn tractor world and a huge help in my selection process to finally purchase the right one. Thank you!

seat slide works better when there's no weight on it! Found that out myself the same way, LOL.

Another fantastic video. I am going to purchase this mower after watching your very thorough video. I’m so glad I found your channel. My favorite part of watching this is that when I go to purchase, I am already prepared with the features of this mower. Fantastic job

helpful mention regarding accessibility. I have bad left leg so this was helpful to mention.

Great video! Just picked up an S240 and it was just what I needed to get going with it.

What I have always liked about my Craftsman is the ability to mow in reverse without making any additional actions. One lever for choke and throttle combined. Start the mower , reposition the start key to a reverse position and mow in in forward reverse anytime. My reverse is with a handle similar to the deck lever and my hand is always on it. Quick and simple. I don’t need two foot pedals nor an extra button for reverse. J-D has too many buttons and levers. That’s not a high end sports car you have there, it’s just a grass cutter.

Great video Brent! Lots of great information as always! Love your bloopers outtakes! Thanks for sharing! Have a great and awesome day!

I have a 2023 S-240 with a 42” deck being delivered tomorrow. Bagger was delivered by ups today. Hoping I made the right decision.

Thank you sir for this informative video. This has helped me become confident in purchasing this model and I will say once I got my tractor I felt comfortable since I watched this video. I love my grass and I was tired of push mowing for hours. I was looking into the electric but nothing is better then the legend John Deer. This tractor is more than I expected. I’m definitely a John Deer fan. Thank you for your great videos. If I have questions I will definitely ask you sir.

Excellent video and thanks for the links I’ll be ordering S240 48” in the next two weeks from my local dealer. The heavier gauge deck on the 48” than the 42” sold me to go with the 48”. Thanks again for all the info

anybody buying one of these check up on the center of the front axle, if they still put a grease zirk there make sure it gets greased frequently. If the bushings don't wear the axle does causing the front tires to tow out horribly causing it to steer very hard. Keep it greased and no problem. I've replaced front axles on several of these 100 series JD mowers. Other then that these are good econo/quality mowers. Former Tech.

Excellent video, thanks! I'm waiting for my 42" to be delivered; bagging system seems to be holding it up. Cheers!

My wife and I are in our early to mid 60’s and looking at buying a new John Deere s240, or x330, 42” deck, Kawasaki engine (locating one has been difficult due to Covid). We have about 1 1/4 acres mostly flat ground with a few trees. Your videos are helpful and informative in making an initial purchase decision, and service afterwards. Thanks, we appreciate it! Wilbur & Loyce, North Florida

I've got an S240 on order. Pretty excited, not gonna lie.

Just bought one of these today with the 48 inch deck. Unfortunately, the John Deere/AgriVision didn't have any set up. So I couldn't take it home today. Was really wanting to rip through my yard. 😂. But, when it shows, after watching these tutorials, I feel more than able to just jump on and go. Great material! I didn't ask when at the store though. How easy is the deck removal process?

My pop pop bought a 2018 one of these with a 17 horse Kowasaki to replace the LA110 he gave to me it's an AMAZING TRACTOR 😁😁

Great explanation of how to operate mower.

Just got my S240 with the 42 inch deck and am looking forward to grass cutting season with my 3 lots of land instead of my self propelled Toro. Side discharge is fine for me through the mowing season, and I don't want to drop the money on the mulch kit and blades and would like a mulch plug option for the leaves in the fall with the Accel Deep Mower Deck. Otherwise I will be tempted to use my 22 inch Toro Recycler with the mulch option for all my yard in the fall.

Thank you sir. Your very informative videos have helped me to sift through a lot of info very quickly. I have ordered my S240 in 42" deck with a Mulch kit. Very excited and can't wait to get it in

I have an old L120 I was looking to replace. I initially thought I wanted the S130 but after watching this video I have decided to go with the S240. The main reasons for me: better engine and oil change (EZ oil change just not for me), 3 year warranty, separate throttle and choke, separate position for lights on only when needed. Thanks for educating me on this model. My mower will be purchased from my local dealer but was "sold" by Western Equipment! Any chance of getting some decals for the sides of my hood? :-)

Great video. Very informative. Can you make a video on how to install the mulching kit? Thanks.

Hoping to get myself into one of these in the next year or so..

Hi Brent just passing through and saw this video. Great video very informative.We are the manufacturers of the Kavli Blades and make mower blades for the John Deere. I think you would be very surprised at what these mowers are capable of with our blades.

Great video! I too am waiting for mine to come into my local dealer!

Doing a video on the lawn sweeper soon?Would help me decide whether or not to pick one up.

Thank you really appreciate the detailed information provided, very informative and helpful

Great Review. Got my S240 earlier this week and love it. Been watching your videos ever since I got it. Two questions though. 1.) Is the bagger system the same for 2020 - 2021 S240's? Your parts store only lists one option for it so I just want to make sure? Thank You.

I’m just curious why I should buy this over the S170 with the bigger tires which I have a very rough yard, so that would make things a little easier

Thanks man! The video is great, been looking for a new lawn tractor did a ton of research and decided on the 240, with the 48", the case iron front axel, 10 gauge steel mower and the engine really sold me. Love the capabilities and upgrades from the 100 vs the 240 model. This video really took me over edge to purchase.

Awesome. Thanks. New one just arrived.

LOL...you sold me on this one :) great detailed review

Great video. Do you think you could do an S220 vs S240 video? I bought the S220, mainly because the dealer had some on order and I needed it quick. I'd love to know what I gave up.

Brent do you know overall length with the bagger on the back? Thanks great job with all the videos no one compares to the detail you bring!

Great review, as always! I picked my 2021 S240 up about a month ago, so far so good. I was concerned about the fuel filter physically touching the engine, so I used a zip tie to pull it closer to the battery by wrapping it around the fuel line and the battery strap. It has done a good job keeping the filter off the engine. Also, any clue when part # BUC11053 will be available? I'd love to get mulching, but I haven't seen the mulch control kit attachment in stock. Thanks again!

Excellent review, thank you. Your thoughts S180 or S240 48” for 2 Acres flat property? Also, reliability of the ELS engine. Nervous about the ELS verse the Kawasaki. Thank you in advance!

washout port- why use it only once a year or so? I see other people mentioning using the port after every cut especially if grass not perfectly dry

Hey Brent could you do a deck-leveling video on the Z700 series Zero turn? Thanks.

The real question is what mower do you use😳

Great video, very thorough. Thanks

Great video. I’m looking to purchase this mower in the spring. When does John Deere release the info for the 2022’s?

The S240 is a 300 built on a 100 frame. You get 18.5 hp which is plenty of power for mowing a 48 inch deck. I choose the 42 inch deck and I mow a 130 x 150 foot lot in 45 minutes. I also have irrigation so I mow every third day. We feed good groceries and have the best looking lawn in town.

Question. I am comparing this model with a s170. But what gives me pause is why does the s240 have smaller rear wheels and an engine with less horsepower than a s170?

Just wondering if you can guess why JD stopped offering the freedom 42 deck? I own a 20 year old LT 160 with the freedom mulching deck, the deck mulches perfectly only had to replace the timing belt once in all the time I owned it. I have a new s240 with the 42 deep cut deck on order from the local JD green store, they said might be in by mid June but they can't say when the mulch kit will be in. I'm still cutting with the LT but the Kohler is burning oil under load almost to the point of "hope the neighbors don't call the EPA on me while I'm cutting" mode.

Can you speak to the mulcher kit delay/recall for the new 2021 S240 42inch deck - thank you!

Do you have a review of this lawn tractor with the 42" deck?

INTERESTING QUESTION FOR "WESTERN EQUIPMENT" ABOUT THE NEW S240; YOU MAY NOT BE ABLE TO ANSWER THIS BUT,... WHY DID JOHN DEERE DUE AWAY WITH ALL THE HEAT VENTS ON BOTH SIDES OF THE ENGINE HOOD EXCEPT FOR ONE SMALL SLOT IN THE TOP CENTER,..? EXCEPT FOR THE FRONT GRILL AREA IT SEEMS LIKE SINCE HEAT RISES,..THERE WOULD BE EVEN MORE HEAT BUILD-UP WITH LESS HEAT VENTING OR DISPERSION ABOVE AND IN THE ENGINE AREA.

My yellow seat is basically falling apart.. other than that I love it. Plus it’s very hard to gas up.. any suggestions? Thanks

Nice video!

Hi there! First of all, thank you very much for this video! I just bought a S240 second hand, but I’m having a hard time to find out which Bagger Kit I should buy for this model. I’ve seen one model that comes with a different chute, but it’s over 1200 dollars. Do you know which bagger kit would work with this 48-inch deck? Thank you!

A question: the grease fittings on the spindles , are the bearings sealed or open to except grease ? The older decks on J D ‘s were sealed bearings and the grease never got into the bearings! Same thing on the new ones ?

Very informative! Thank you!

Man. Having to press a button every time I need to reverse is a deal breaker for me.

Very informative. Thank you

Are you sure the lights are halogen and not incandescent bulbs?

What type of gasoline do the s100 mower use

Purchased s240 last year. Purchased rear bagger in September 2021 and it still has not arrived… is your dealership having supply issues with John Deer? My dealer has gotten two in but no more. What’s the problem with JD!?!?

Does anyone know if the tall wheels from the E/S170-180 will fit on this? They look so much better.

Great review! Thanks!

Hey Brent can you get those fender flares for the S100? I really like the look and extra protection to the body.

Do you know why California does not allow the 48” deck?

I just got this mower & it’s awesome. To one of your points, when it’s time to replace the fuel filter, I’ll remove the battery to gain much needed space. Have a question regarding the primary deck belt. On you video, with blades engaged, the section of belt going to the far left spindle runs smooth. On mine, kind of flops around a lot. My dealer said it is normal. Any remedies? Thanks.

Just bought a new S240 and a few days after the 1st mow, I found 5 random areas of dead grass in the lawn and after the second mow on Saturday, there are 4 more patches. They look like fuel burns and I’m guessing it’s coming from the mower. Anyone experience this before? I will be calling the JD dealer tomorrow. Thanks

Looking at a used one but it does not have the side by side pedals on the right like this one. Were earlier versions different?

Hi. Thanks for the informative video. Has JD stop S240 42 inch deck riding mower? I tried to buy now but no availability in our state. Thanks

somewhere on the john deer sit I saw there'S no need to change the oil filter ... it'S seems to be full of B.S. ... thanks for showing the real stuff

I've been looking at a s100 for my son, he wants to mow yards would u recommend the s100 or bigger?

Does anyone know if they make a cargo tray for a cooler? I dont want to have to get on and off the tractor to get another beer.

the previous year S240 had the Tuff Torq K46 transaxle, but this year John Deere advertises it as K46 Heavy Duty. Is there a change to this year's K46? Does it have a more sturdy build or a higher torque rating than the previous year? I looked on the John Deere and Tuff Torq websites but they don't say if there's a change in specs.

How often do you grease - how many hours? Also, I have an old L130 and looking to upgrade to this mower along with a a mulching deck. You can get this with a 48" mulching deck, correct? Any issues with the mulching deck?

Your videos are great, we just ordered a 240 with a 42 inch accell deep deck, is the 42 a good cutting deck, does it mulch well, bag well?

I got this same 2021 S240 model with a 42” Accel deep. What begging kit is recommended? I have been told I need a special one that isn’t manufactured yet by a JD dealer but I believe they are blowing smoke because everything is back ordered. Thank you!

Great video! What would be the advantage of going from a S240-42" to a X350-42"? They seem to have the same FR651V engine and K46 transmission.

I understand wheels have bushings, not bearings? If so, are bushings replaceable & is this an expensive repair?

I have an L120. Whats the biggest engine i can put on it. My 22 hp briggs is running on 1 cylinder. Or is there something i can pit in it to free up the second cylinder

I wanna do some yard mowing for my neighborhood, they are 1 acre or just a bit more, what would be the model in the s100 or 200 series? Or a good used model? Thanks

Hi Brent was wondering if you might be able to help me with something, purchased a 2020 s240 got about 10 hours on the machine and the gas tank gauge does not work , is there a simple fix that I can do myself I am good with wrenches thanks.

Great video. Thanks.

Just received my mower from a local dealer with the mulch control kit installed. very nice. QQ on the Bluetooth module (BUC10929), my dealer has attempted to order this part several times, Deere cancels the order even though they show 150 in stock. The dealer speculates Deere is holding onto these for the new units which I find curious because I purchased mine new. Have you had a similar experience?

Doing the bagger soon?

So, in total, there are 6 grease points, 3 spindles, and 3 front for the front axle?

Thanks for your great videos and the way you answer questions! I just used my new 2021 S240 with bagging option and it worked great. I have a question regarding addition of a mulch control unit. Is part BUC10704 the correct part? Also, I read that you can use the mulch control and bagging system simultaneously resulting in partial bagging and partial mulching; is this correct? If so, what blades (bagging or mulching) would be best for this operation? Thanks again!

I BOUGHT AN S240 WITH THE 42" DECK IN 2019 -VS- ANOTHER "L" MODEL MOWER THAT I HAD BEEN BUYING BEFORE. THE "L" MODELS ARE GOOD BUT FOR A LITTLE EXTRA MONEY I FELT I GOT A MUCH BETTER MACHINE. IT HAS A BETTER ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION. I DON'T NEED AN "X" MODEL FOR THE MOWING IN MY YARD. I LOVE IT. ,..... NOW I HAVE ORDERED A NEW 2022 S240 AND WILL BE SELLING THE ONE I HAVE. THERE IS NOTHING WRONG WITH THE ONE HAVE THAT HAS 115 HOURS ON IT. I JUST WANT TO START OVER WITH ANOTHER NEW MACHINE WHILE I CAN GET BETTER MONEY FOR MINE THAT IS ONLY 3 YEARS OLD.,... TAKE A CHANCE, IF YOU CAN AFFORD IT, AND GET ONE,....THEY'RE NICE,.!

Hi Brent. Thanks for your excellent videos. They've helped me to decide on the S240 with a 42" deck. I'd like to find out if you agree with that choice or if the 48" deck would be better. I plan to mulch about 1.5 acres of flat as well as somewhat sloped and rough terrain at a height of around 3.5". A shorter cutting time with the larger deck is not an important consideration. I picked the lighter deck so it's easier to adjust the cutting height and remove it for service, less expensive to add a bagger and to maintain 2 vs 3 blades / spindles, easier to fit the tractor on a 5 ft wide trailer and because it should be more maneuverable on slopes. I'd be grateful if you could answer a few questions. Does the MulchControl kit work equally well on both decks or are the results better on one of them? Would a well maintained 42" stamped deck be as rust resistant as a 10 gauge forged 48" deck? Is there less risk of damaging a blade / spindle on sloped rough terrain with the additional 2 gauge wheels of the 48" deck or more risk due to the greater width? Which deck would you recommend for this lawn? Thanks very much for your help.

Can I buy this product in south Korea? john deere products are not officially imported.