Top Five Accessories for Your Riding Mower

Equip your lawn mower with a few aftermarket accessories and make your mowing task faster and more efficient. Though there are plenty of upgrades that you can install, we’ve listed some of our favorites. 

Read on to learn more, and for more advice, connect with our experts at CCR Sales and Service. We’re in Essex, VT, and we are happy to welcome our customers from Burlington, so reach out today.

1. Mulching Kit

Your riding mower will accumulate a lot of grass clippings when mowing your yard. You can choose to dump this waste and let it decompose over time or use it to add nutrients back into the soil.

All you’ll need to do is hook up a mulching kit to your riding mower and let it recycle the clippings back into the turf. Not only will this help you save time, it will also make your lawn healthier and more appealing. Your mulching kit will come with a specially designed blade and a plug to block the hole where your clippings will get picked up into the collection system.

2. Material Collector

Sometimes mulching up your grass clippings might not work for you, especially when you want to lounge or play on the grass. That’s when you’ll need a material collection kit to make your lawn look cleaner and more fun to be on.

You can equip your collection kit to the back of your machine and let it collect the grass clippings as you mow your lawn. Though bagging your grass and leaves is more of an aesthetic choice than a practical one, it can give your yard a well-manicured look.

3. Utility Cart

Another accessory that you’ll want for your machine is a utility cart. Most riding mowers are capable of attaching a trailer for a wide range of uses. If you own a large property, you can use your cart to transport additional tools from one point to another. Also, you can utilize the extra cargo space in your trailer to haul grass clippings, fallen leaves, pulled-up brush, or anything else you need to move while on your mower.

4. Brush Guard

This aftermarket accessory can help protect your riding mower from unintended harm when mowing your lawn. Your brush guard can keep debris and stray branches in your yard from scratching and putting dents on your mower, especially on models that have a radiator behind its front grill. So, outfit your machine with a brush guard, and you’ll have one less thing to worry about when using your mower.

5. Mower Canopy

Though you’ll want to mow your lawn during the day, the scorching heat can make it harder to stay under the sun. To keep cool and make your task more enjoyable, you’ll want to install a mower canopy. These inexpensive accessories are easy to install and go a long way in keeping you comfortable while tending to your lawn.

We hope this guide helps you pick the right accessories for your lawn mower. If you need more advice or are still in the market for a new machine, visit CCR Sales and Service. We have an impressive collection of lawn mowers for sale, and our friendly staff can suggest models for your budget. To look at what we have, visit us at our dealership in Essex, VT, where we serve those from Burlington.