Minn Kota's Riptide Transom line is ideal if you need a well-built saltwater Transom mount motor. With available thrust options between 55lbs and 112lbs, Riptide Transom is suitable for medium to larger boats. Using One-Hand Stow, you can easy stow the motor with one sweep of the arm -- no buttons or levers required. Dial in steering tension with the included Steering Tension Control collar, and set your Riptide motor at the perfect depth no matter what the conditions using the Quick-Lock Cam Depth Adjuster. With ample thrust and multiple features to make life on the boat easier, Riptide Transom is a great saltwater choice. Split Recommended for: Medium to large saltwater v-hull, flats, center console, and general fishing boats up to 25'. The 80 lbs thrust motor is recommended for boats weighing up to 4,000lbs. For more help picking the right thrust level - or to learn how much your boat weights - please refer to our thrust guide. How It's Unique The Minn Kota Riptide Transom is made specifically for saltwater use and features advanced corrosion protection, a heavy-duty motor mount with multiple adjustments, a tilting and extending control handle, one hand motor stowing, and variable speed operation. Additionally, Riptide Transom features an integrated battery meter that allows you to monitor the charge of your battery. The MotorGuide Great White is a heavier duty saltwater trolling motor that is available with transom mount. Consider the Great White if you have a large boat and need a motor with more thrust. Water Type: Saltwater and Freshwater Shaft Length(s): A shaft length of 42" is available for the Riptide Transom 80 motor. For help selecting a shaft length, please see our shaft guide. Motor Features: One-Hand Stow, Steering Tension Control, Cam Depth Adjuster, Tilt / Extended Tiller, Weedless Wedge Prop, Fully Encapsulated Components, Corrosion Protection, Indestructible Composite Shaft, Super Quiet Operations. (Learn about these features) Available Upgrades: Extension Handles are available for all Riptide Transom motors Split Mounting Details: Mount the Riptide Transom motor to your boat using the heavy-duty Riptide mount. Simply place the mount over the top of your boats transom and tighten two heavy-duty clamps to secure the motor in place. Mount Dimensions: N/A Bolting Pattern: Bolting is not required for the Riptide Transom motors Wiring Details: Riptide 80 Transom can be wired directly to the batteries, and can also be used in conjunction with a plug and receptacle for a cleaner, more professional installation that's easy to remove. To protect your motor from damage, a circuit breaker is also recommended but is not required for installation. Motor Voltage and Batteries: Minn Kota Riptide Transom 80 is a 24 volt motor and requires (2) 12-volt marine batteries. For more information, see our articles on battery selection or battery wiring diagrams. Power Lead Length: 5 Feet Pedal Cord Length: N/A What Is Included: Minn Kota Riptide 80 Transom trolling motor Power leads Mounting hardware Owners manual What Else Is Required: 1 Marine Battery, Battery Charger, Circuit Breaker (Recommended) Split Amperage Draw: 56 amps at maximum speed Motor Run Time: Important Note: As you likely won't be running your trolling motor perpetually, the actual amount of on-the-water time a motor should allow will be substantially longer than times listed. Actual motor run time can vary depending on conditions (winds, waves, etc) and the type of battery used. Listed below are run-time estimates assuming a 100 amp hour rated battery. To learn more, please see our article on calculating motor run time. 20+ Hours: At slow, trolling speeds that draw 5 amps or less 3.6 Hours: Approx. run time with throttle 50% open 1.8 Hours: Approx. run time with the motor at full throttle Stow and Deploy Method: With a single hand, you can remove your motor from the water without needing to fuss with buttons, levers or locks. Pull the motor slightly up to disengage, then rotate back for convenient stowing. Motor Steering Method: Steer the Riptide Transom with the included hand tiller. Riptide Transom's steering control lets you fine-tune the amount of play in the steering column. Want smooth steering for precise maneuvering? It's easy to dial the tension back using the tension collar. Need a more rigid steering column to maintain a course? Tighten down the collar to eliminate steering play and keep the motor in place. Riptide Transom's collar lets you customize tension for any situation, making motor operation more convenient. Shaft Adjustment: Adjusting motor depth is fast and easy with the built-in Cam Depth Adjuster. Simply loosen the quick lock, adjust the motor shaft length, and re-tighten. The Depth Adjuster makes it possible to quickly change motor depth for varying water conditions. Motor Speed: The Riptide Transom 80 is a variable speed motor Split Owners Manual: Download Here Warranty Period: Two Years Warranty Details: The motor's composite shaft caries a lifetime guarantee. If it's ever broken - regardless of the circumstances - Minn Kota will replace it at no charge. The rest of the motor caries a two year warranty backed up by hundreds of local Minn Kota service centers across the country. Box Dimensions: Model 1363831 - 9"H x 22"W x 59"L WT: 40.0lbs Split
