I personally own this machine, mine has the 27hp. Kohler engine, and let me tell you it's truly an amazing piece of equipment! I have owned mine for about 3years, and it is just flawless. If you live in an area where you have a lot of hills, you should invest in the R.O.P.S. bar. I did, and installed it in about 30 minutes, with conventional tools in my back yard. Another tip to keep in mind is, on any small engine, or equipment only use non ethanol gas! It will cost you a little more, but it will save you hundreds, maybe thousands, in maintenance.
I bought this same mower in May 2018 (48 inch cut) and has been satisfactory so far. One issue I have is the digital tach/hour meter information began to fade out two months ago. I just discovered it has a non-replaceable battery in the unit which powers the number display....and it costs around $65 bucks to replace.
I own this mower for about 2 months now and Love the mower all except the dam scalping I have a couple hills “ not very steep either” and it always scalps the dam yard I seen the non scalping wheels but mine already has these wheels and it still scalps But man on the straight away it cuts beautiful and never bogs down with the 26 hp motor is give it an strong 8 out of 10 especially for the money not a cheap mower
My Kohler engine died in thick grass after about 3 years of use. I put in a 29 hp efi yamaha engine used in the Gravely mowers and it is working great again. Everything else on the mower is functioning properly still.
I live on a steep hill and i have no issues with my 2020 Elite. Out mows any other zero turn mower I have ever used. The family jumps at the chance to mow the yard.
I love my ZT Elite . I have the 42” deck because of the rough terrain and the wild weed vegetation along with various prairie grasses I mow. Just a word of advice, don’t bottom out the foot pedal when changing cutting height. It makes the adjustment knob hard to turn. I bottom it , then let up approximately 3/4” ( inch ) and then turn the adjustment knob. Be blessed and stay safe.
I have beat the living fire out of mine just because of some of the conditions I mow in. Everything is built strong and you can tell it’s American made.If your in the market for a zero turn look no further
I just placed order my 2022 elite with a 54 inch deck I’m waiting for it to come in I have a 2021 MT Magnum with a 48 deck now I can not wait for my new one to get here
I have a new one 54” elite but it seems noisy when deck is running 94-96 decibels, my friends similar size o turn mower, different brand runs at 84-86 decibels So far I have to use earplugs and ear muffs when mowing,
All mowers have pretty much the same engine and transaxles. Whatever dealer in your area services mowers, should be able to service the Bad Boy mowers no problem.
I have a bad boy zt elite 6000 60" 27hp Kohler and my issue is one day after I got through mowing is after I finished cutting the rollover valve was just hanging off from the hole so I'm not sure what happened but it detached itself from the left side gas tank and I'm not sure if there was something from the rollover valve that fell off inside the tank any insight would be much appreciated I'm also wondering if you have any knowledge on why it has two fuel tanks on each side and how they work? Thanks
NO!! FOR THE LOVE OF GOD PLEASE DON'T.. I have this mower and love it but in all honesty I wouldn't take this thing up a steep incline again if someone paid me a hundred million dollars. Been there done that. I felt like someone had a loaded gun to my head the whole time I was mowing. Luckily in my case the front of my mower got off balance and crashed straight down into the ditch instead of tipping over on it's side which probably would have snapped my neck killing me instantly.
I live on the top of a mountain in Harpers Ferry West Virginia, I'm not dealing with anything too out of the normal, but my land does have allot of rolling hills, and some steep inclines. Once you get used to this machine, I can't find any reason it can't handle almost anything, it's extremely durable, and very surefooted. I love this piece of equipment! Hell, once my wife found out how easy it is to operate, I can't get her away from it! Kinda sucks, I miss cutting the grass, and making several pit stops to get a fresh beer!
Wish you would tell me if it's worth it!!!! Trying to decide on what mower to buy for my acreage. Exmark, Hustler, Bad Boy....Can't seem to find unbiased opinions.
Best mower for the price. It has the better grade hydraulic trans-axels than the Hustler, although not quite as fast. Built like a tank. Read my remarks on the tach posted on this page.
I have this exact mower. I would not buy again. Blade speed to low, electric deck is junk. 60 hours in and already smoking on start up with full maintenance at the start of every summer. Mines a 2017 i believe
Great video, I,m retired and have a crippled ankle, which creates a balance problem to enter or exit mower, do they make a device that mounts on the front of mower to stabilize your stability when entering or exiting mower this is absolute with people like myself.
Yes, you can get attachments that help you get on an off the mower, you can also get an electric lift so that you don't have to use the foot pedal and deck dial.
Thank you for your immediate reply, I do thank Bad Boy corpation should advertise these features. If they did I do beleive this would create MORE SALES!!!!!
@@eddielanger4748 Video coming soon, They are a Branson Tractor with some cool features, lifting capacity is good, but I haven't looked at the prices yet.
I personally own this machine, mine has the 27hp. Kohler engine, and let me tell you it's truly an amazing piece of equipment! I have owned mine for about 3years, and it is just flawless. If you live in an area where you have a lot of hills, you should invest in the R.O.P.S. bar. I did, and installed it in about 30 minutes, with conventional tools in my back yard. Another tip to keep in mind is, on any small engine, or equipment only use non ethanol gas! It will cost you a little more, but it will save you hundreds, maybe thousands, in maintenance.
Thanks for the comment!!
I learned my lesson the hard. No corn in any of my equipment.
Yes it wort it! Best mower I’ve ever owned, EVER! Blew my old green zero turn out of the water. 60” ZT Elite.
Great video, I went in looking to buy the magnum but walked out with the ZT Elite 👍.
I bought this same mower in May 2018 (48 inch cut) and has been satisfactory so far. One issue I have is the digital tach/hour meter information began to fade out two months ago. I just discovered it has a non-replaceable battery in the unit which powers the number display....and it costs around $65 bucks to replace.
405-604-5454 thank you for your comment our service department can answer your questions
I own this mower for about 2 months now and Love the mower all except the dam scalping I have a couple hills “ not very steep either” and it always scalps the dam yard
I seen the non scalping wheels but mine already has these wheels and it still scalps
But man on the straight away it cuts beautiful and never bogs down with the 26 hp motor is give it an strong 8 out of 10 especially for the money not a cheap mower
My Kohler engine died in thick grass after about 3 years of use. I put in a 29 hp efi yamaha engine used in the Gravely mowers and it is working great again. Everything else on the mower is functioning properly still.
I live on a steep hill and i have no issues with my 2020 Elite. Out mows any other zero turn mower I have ever used. The family jumps at the chance to mow the yard.
I love my ZT Elite . I have the 42” deck because of the rough terrain and the wild weed vegetation along with various prairie grasses I mow. Just a word of advice, don’t bottom out the foot pedal when changing cutting height. It makes the adjustment knob hard to turn. I bottom it , then let up approximately 3/4” ( inch ) and then turn the adjustment knob. Be blessed and stay safe.
Colin Snyder How do you like the Mz magnum so far?
I just got the ZT Elite with the Kohler Pro 7000 engine and I love it. Due to supply issues I couldn't wait 4 months for a Kawasaki
I picked up a brand new Bad Boy Elite: Kaw 25HP , 60inch deck. $4,300 bucks. When I looked at it 4 months ago it was 5,800.00
Where did you find it for $4300
@@Glovesc1007 I would love to know as well?
I have beat the living fire out of mine just because of some of the conditions I mow in. Everything is built strong and you can tell it’s American made.If your in the market for a zero turn look no further
You didn't talk about the blade speed.
Or the supention. Need more information
I just placed order my 2022 elite with a 54 inch deck I’m waiting for it to come in I have a 2021 MT Magnum with a 48 deck now I can not wait for my new one to get here
thank you so much for these videos. if i was not in SC i would be headed over there right now!
might have to drive out of state to buy from this guy. Well done.
You would not be the first my friend!
I have a new one 54” elite but it seems noisy when deck is running 94-96 decibels, my friends similar size o turn mower, different brand runs at 84-86 decibels
So far I have to use earplugs and ear muffs when mowing,
Anyone else have noise levels of their mowers,
I use 3m blue tooth ear muffs, and stream anything I want to listen to while I cut my grass, and sip on my beer.
Thought the new 2024 zt elite had the reaper rear tires.
Great video bad boy will be my next mower purchase for sure.
There GRRRRREEEAT
Great review, thanks. Just bought one and looking forward to using it.
In Georgia,don’t seem to be many places that service bad boy mowers
All mowers have pretty much the same engine and transaxles. Whatever dealer in your area services mowers, should be able to service the Bad Boy mowers no problem.
I have a bad boy zt elite 6000 60" 27hp Kohler and my issue is one day after I got through mowing is after I finished cutting the rollover valve was just hanging off from the hole so I'm not sure what happened but it detached itself from the left side gas tank and I'm not sure if there was something from the rollover valve that fell off inside the tank any insight would be much appreciated I'm also wondering if you have any knowledge on why it has two fuel tanks on each side and how they work? Thanks
Need a mover for a steep incline an uneven ground will this mower work for that.
NO!! FOR THE LOVE OF GOD PLEASE DON'T.. I have this mower and love it but in all honesty I wouldn't take this thing up a steep incline again if someone paid me a hundred million dollars. Been there done that. I felt like someone had a loaded gun to my head the whole time I was mowing. Luckily in my case the front of my mower got off balance and crashed straight down into the ditch instead of tipping over on it's side which probably would have snapped my neck killing me instantly.
I live on the top of a mountain in Harpers Ferry West Virginia, I'm not dealing with anything too out of the normal, but my land does have allot of rolling hills, and some steep inclines. Once you get used to this machine, I can't find any reason it can't handle almost anything, it's extremely durable, and very surefooted. I love this piece of equipment! Hell, once my wife found out how easy it is to operate, I can't get her away from it! Kinda sucks, I miss cutting the grass, and making several pit stops to get a fresh beer!
@@chevyv20 agree 100%
Wish you would tell me if it's worth it!!!! Trying to decide on what mower to buy for my acreage. Exmark, Hustler, Bad Boy....Can't seem to find unbiased opinions.
gravely
Best mower for the price. It has the better grade hydraulic trans-axels than the Hustler, although not quite as fast. Built like a tank. Read my remarks on the tach posted on this page.
I have this exact mower. I would not buy again. Blade speed to low, electric deck is junk. 60 hours in and already smoking on start up with full maintenance at the start of every summer. Mines a 2017 i believe
@@mstrpth287
Which engine did you get with your BadBoy Elite.?.?.? I would like to know , please.
@@tommyg5095 kohler
Thanks!
Anyone have an opinion on this mower vs the Ferris 500s?
Great video, I,m retired and have a crippled ankle, which creates a balance problem to enter or exit mower, do they make a device that mounts on the front of mower to stabilize your stability when entering or exiting mower this is absolute with people like myself.
Yes, you can get attachments that help you get on an off the mower, you can also get an electric lift so that you don't have to use the foot pedal and deck dial.
Thank you for your immediate reply, I do thank Bad Boy corpation should advertise these features. If they did I do beleive this would create MORE SALES!!!!!
Be nice if it had a higher ground speed and larger drive tires, nice mower but deserves these two upgrades. Nice review!
Bad Boy makes several units that do have the features you mentioned. Be blessed and stay safe.
He keeps saying Avenger while showing the Elite. ?
check out the most recent zt elite video
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I have a 2017 wouldn’t buy another one big mistake ground has to be completely flat
Do you have bad boy tractors ?
Yes we just got some in yesterday
@@TractorBobs What's your opinion on the tractors ?
@@eddielanger4748 Video coming soon, They are a Branson Tractor with some cool features, lifting capacity is good, but I haven't looked at the prices yet.
the kohler engine is twice the engine the kawasaki is
The Kawasaki doesn’t last It’s in all home owners weather you spend 3k Or 5k Don’t get with the Kawasaki They do not stand behind there product
Worst audio ever.
I've heard worse