Is the 26 hp dfi liquid cooled considered a reliable and powerful engine?
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Scrubcadet10
Multi-port digital fuel injection
Liquid-cooled
Overhead v-valve
90° V-twin
Magneto spark ignition
Compact electronic control unit* can be expensive if they go out*
Choke-free operation
Electronic cold operation enrichment
Electronic altitude compensation
Water temperature switch
High pressure electric fuel pump
Specifications Displacement
745 cc (45.5 cu. in.) Number of Cylinders
2 Bore x Stroke
3.07 x 3.07 in. (78 x 78mm) Compression Ratio
9.0:1 Oil capacity w/filter
2.1 U.S. qt ( 2.0 liters) Maximum Power
26.0 hp (19.4 kW)
at 3,600 RPM Maximum Torque
40.5 ft lbs (54.9 N·m)
at 2,800 RPM
Dry Weight (without muffler)
122.0 lbs (55.3 kg)
Kawasaki has a very good reputation, that engine is used on a lot of commercial equipment. It should last a long time with regular maintenance, parts are spendy so don't neglect it.