Bad Boy Maverick Review
The Maverick is the most capable of Bad Boy's residential zero-turns on paper, with 9 mph and full suspension. It costs more and weighs well over 950 lb.
- Deck size
- 48, 54 or 60 in.
- Drive
- Zero-turn, rear-wheel drive, lever steering
- Fuel type
- Gasoline
Rating breakdown
Key specifications
| Power type | Gasoline |
|---|---|
| Engine | Kohler Confidant ZT740 25 hp or Kawasaki FS730V 24 hp, per maker |
| Displacement | 747 cc (Kohler); 726 cc (Kawasaki) |
| Fuel type | Gasoline |
| Transmission | Dual Hydro-Gear 3200 series integrated drive systems (10 cc) |
| Drive | Zero-turn, rear-wheel drive, lever steering |
| Deck size | 48, 54 or 60 in. |
| Deck construction | Formed and welded 3/16-in. or 7-gauge solid steel with reinforced edges |
| Cutting height | 1.5 to 4.5 in., Deck-Dial foot-assist |
| Top speed | Up to 9 mph forward |
| Front tires | 13x6.5-6 smooth |
| Rear tires | 23x9-12 Reaper (48-in.); 23x11-12 Reaper (54, 60-in.) |
| Weight | 957 lb (48-in.), 1,005 lb (54-in.), 1,031 lb (60-in.) |
| Fuel capacity | 6.5 US gal |
| Model family | Maverick (residential), 48, 54 and 60-in. |
| Suspension | E-Z Ride compression rear plus independent front rails |
| Overall length | 80 in. |
| ROPS height | 46 in. down, 76 in. up |
Pros and cons
What we like
- Up to 9 mph
- Rear and front suspension
- 400-hour warranty cap
- Heavy 3/16-in. or 7-gauge deck
- 6.5-gallon tank
What could be better
- No cash price on maker page
- Over 950 lb
- Blade details not published
- Maker page gives two different front fork sizes
- Engine options differ across dealer listings
Maverick review
Bad Boy Maverick at a glance
The Maverick is Bad Boy’s residential top-of-line zero-turn, with the quickest drive in the group and suspension at both ends. Do not confuse it with the Maverick HD, which Bad Boy lists as a separate commercial model. This Bad Boy Maverick review covers the standard Maverick in 48, 54 and 60-inch decks.
The maker page gives a payment estimate of about $137 a month and no cash price. One retailer listing we read showed a 60-inch unit with a 27 hp Briggs and Stratton CXi at $7,199, but that engine is not on the current maker page, so treat it as an older or dealer-specific build.
Power and speed
Current engines are a Kohler Confidant ZT740 of 747 cc at 25 hp and a Kawasaki FS730V of 726 cc at 24 hp. Drive comes from dual Hydro-Gear 3200 series integrated systems with a 10 cc transaxle, and the Maverick runs up to 9 mph forward, well above the 6 and 7 mph of the MZ Magnum and ZT Elite.
Deck and cut
The deck is 3/16-inch or 7-gauge solid steel, formed and welded with reinforced edges. Height runs from 1.5 to 4.5 inches using the Deck-Dial foot-assist system. Spindles are PEER maintenance-free, and the PTO is electric with push-button blade start.
Blade size is not published on the page, so we omit it.
Ride and size
The E-Z Ride compression rear suspension is paired with independent front suspension rails on an I-beam front. The seat is a new adjustable comfort unit. Weights are 957, 1,005 and 1,031 lb for the 48, 54 and 60-inch decks, and the tank holds 6.5 gallons.
Rear tires are 23×9-12 on the 48-inch and 23×11-12 on the others, with 13×6.5-6 casters. Overall length is 80 inches. The page lists the front fork as 3/8-inch in one place and 1/2-inch in another, so we do not quote a number.
Warranty and buying advice
Bad Boy’s warranty page lists the standard Maverick at 2 years or 400 hours, double the hours of the MZ and ZT Elite. A retailer listing we read quoted a different engine-based term, so confirm with your dealer.
Choose the Maverick if your lot is large, bumpy or sloped enough to justify a faster, suspended ride, and you accept a heavier machine above 950 lb.
Buying information
Ownership
Frequently asked questions
How fast is the Bad Boy Maverick?
Up to 9 mph forward.
Is the Bad Boy Maverick the same as the Maverick HD?
No. Bad Boy lists the Maverick HD as a separate model and its warranty page puts it in the commercial group.
What engines are in the Bad Boy Maverick?
The current page lists a 25 hp Kohler Confidant ZT740 and a 24 hp Kawasaki FS730V.
What is the Bad Boy Maverick warranty?
The warranty page lists 2 years or 400 hours.
How heavy is the Bad Boy Maverick?
957 lb with the 48-inch deck, 1,005 lb with the 54-inch and 1,031 lb with the 60-inch.
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