Inflatable Kayaks With Motors

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Whether you want to sit back and relax in your kayak, cover more territory when fishing, or need a motorized kayak due to a physical disability, you are in luck! Though few manufacturers offer an inflatable kayak motor mount, options for installation exist.

When picking a motor kit for your kayak there are a few options to look at… Kits designed and tested by the boat’s manufacturer like those at Sea Eagle, aftermarket kayak motor options like the Bixpy Outboard, or DIY projects. I’ll be sticking to manufacturer options and Bixpy for safety purposes.

Sea Eagle has the best inflatable kayaks with trolling motor mount options and an option for installing a 6-hp gas motor on a kayak crossover while Bixpy Electric Outboard Motor Kits are designed to adapt to most any small watercraft.

Let’s look at the available options to see which best fits your needs.

Inflatable Kayaks with Trolling Motors

An electric motor on a kayak can be a huge plus and a lot of fun especially if you are going to cover a lot of territory.

The Sea Eagle FastTrack and Explorer kayaks are the two top kayak series with trolling motor mounts.

The kayak motor mount is a lightweight, corrosion-resistant, aluminum board with stainless steel components that easily straps to the rear of the FastTrack and Explorer kayaks. Its maximum capacity is a 34 lb thrust trolling motor with a motor weight of 15 lbs.

The video below picks up with the installation of the mount on a 385ft FastTrack.

Electric Motors for Sea Eagle FastTrack and Explorer Kayaks

Once you have the motor mount installed on your kayak, attaching one of three recommended electric motors is simple. I’d also recommend the Minn Kota Trolling Motor Power Center. It fits 24 and 27-size batteries and allows easy access to external battery terminals without the need to open the box to access the battery directly.

1. Watersnake Venom 34 for Fresh and Saltwater
2. Watersnake Asp T24 for Fresh and Saltwater
3. Minn Kota Endura 30 for Freshwater

Sea Eagle FastTrack Inflatable Kayak with Motor

The Sea Eagle FastTrack series of inflatable kayaks are fast, lightweight, incredibly stable, and super durable. The features provide a faster, smoother paddling experience with unparalleled tracking and greater glide in a wide variety of open water conditions including waves, currents, and wind.

FastTrack Inflatable Kayaks Are Best Used For:

• Flatwater Lakes
• Bays
• Marshes
• Calm Rivers
• Whitewater up to Class II rapids
• Fishing
• Camping

The FastTrack is designed for rapids up to Class II. If at some point you think you would like to take off the trolling motor and explore some rapids. You’ll want to invest in a Sea Eagle Explorer kayak with a motor mount.

There are three models to choose from. The best one for you will depend on how many people you plan to seat and whether you want a fishing kayak. Let’s take a brief look at the three options.

Sea Eagle 385ft FastTrack – Pro Motor Kayak Package

The 12 ft. 6 in. 385ft FastTrack Pro Motor Kayak Package (Model Number 385FTK_PM) is the way to go if you want a 1-person or tandem kayak that will cover a lot of water without overexerting yourself.

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Sea Eagle 385fta FastTrack Angler – Pro Motor Fishing Rig Kayak Package

The 12 ft. 6 in. 385fta FastTrack Angler Pro Motor Fishing Rig Kayak Package (Model Number 385FTAK_PMFR) is a true fishing machine that can be modified to fit one or two fishermen. Cover more water or race to your favorite fishing spot with the included Watersnake Asp T24 kayak motor.

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Sea Eagle 465ft FastTrack – Pro Motor Kayak Package

Get ready to relax on the water with speed, style, and comfort with the 15 ft. 3 in. 465ft FastTrack Pro Motor Kayak Package (Model Number 465FTK_PM). With this kayak package, you’ll have the best of both worlds. Paddle when you want, or attach the trolling motor, and zip along.

This kayak can seat up to three people and the family dog. Just add an extra seat to make it a 3-person kayak. You might want an extra paddle for that third person too.

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Sea Eagle Explorer Inflatable Kayak with Motor

The Sea Eagle Explorer series can be used for flatwater touring, whitewater, ocean surf, fishing, camping, and more. Three of the models in the lineup can be outfitted with a motor mount and trolling motor. Its rugged versatility makes it the perfect choice for all-around kayaking.

Explorer Inflatable Kayaks Are Best Used For:

• Ocean
• Whitewater Rivers
• Fishing
• Bays
• Lakes
• Flatwater Rivers
• Camping

If you primarily plan to use your kayak on flatwater, one of the FastTrack kayak motor packages would be a better choice.

If you plan to take off the motor and have a whitewater pabbling adventure over Class II rapids, stick with an Explorer.

Which Explorer kayak motor package best fits your needs and boating style? Let’s compare their amenities.

Sea Eagle 350fx Fishing Explorer – Swivel Seat Fishing Rig Kayak Package

With the 350fx Swivel Seat Fishing Rig Kayak Package (Model Number 350FXK_FR), you’ll sit higher and have the advantage of a seat that swivels 360 degrees. This fishing kayak will provide you with the best angles and height for landing that prize fish no matter what fishing style you prefer.

Though the 350fx Fishing Explorer can easily accommodate Sea Eagle’s motor mount, there isn’t a current discount package that features the mount and trolling motor which means you’ll have to purchase the Kayak Motor Mount and electric motor separately.

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Sea Eagle 380x Explorer – Pro Motor Kayak Package

The 380x Explorer Pro Motor Kayak Package (Model Number 380XK_PM) comes with two Tall Back Seats for greater back support, two four-part, high-performance, motor mount, the Watersnake Asp T24 24-pound thrust trolling motor for fresh and saltwater, and much more.

Whether you want to take your inflatable 2-person kayak out for some exercise or a relaxing trip on flatwater, this package has you covered.

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Sea Eagle 420x Explorer – Pro Motor Kayak Package

If you want to cover a lot of water and don’t want to overexert yourself, the 420x Explorer Pro Motor Kayak Package (Model Number 420XK_PM) is the way to go.

This kayak package offers the best of both worlds… paddle for exercise and fun, or attach the motor mount and trolling motor and zip along in style and comfort.

The bonus of the 420x Explorer is the extra room and benefit of being able to add a third seat making it a 3-person person kayak.

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Sea Eagle 420x Explorer – Pro Motor Fishing Rig Package

The Pro Motor Fishing Rig Package (Model Number 420XK_PMFR) is the best fresh and saltwater, inflatable, tandem, fishing kayak package of all time!

Two swivel seats, four fishing rod holders, WaterSnake Venom 34 lb thrust electric motor, multi-purpose storage box, and more!

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Bixpy Electric Outboard Motor Kits for all Inflatable Kayaks

Bixpy has revolutionized the boating industry by designing a lightweight, high-performance outboard marine motor that is optimized to be paired with most any small watercraft such as inflatable kayaks, hard-shell kayaks, inflatable canoes, hard-shell canoes, iSUPs, SUPs, Inflatable boats, etc…

This compact, waterproof, and dirtproof motor provides 33 lbs of thrust and can run at full speed for 80 minutes or up to 12 hours at slower speeds. Need a battery charger to extend your time on the water? Bixpy has power banks and solar panels to keep you on the water longer.

The ultralight Bixpy motor weighs 10.4 lb including battery and motor and operation couldn’t be simpler with its wrist-worn wireless remote control featuring 12 forward speeds and 3 reverse speeds.

Sea Eagle Boats and BOTE are two inflatable boat manufacturers that have paired the Bixpy electric motor with their inflatable kayaks.

Sea Eagle offers discount Bixpy boat packages for all of its inflatable canoes and kayaks except for the Sport Kayak. They use an adapter that allows the Bixpy to slide into the fin box.

BOTE offers a Bixby Power Motor to upgrade any APEX-Compatible kayak or SUP. Currently, that means any Rackham Aero 12’4″ board or LONO Aero kayak can be outfitted with ease.

Sea Eagle Boats Discount Bixpy Boat Packages:

• 300x Explorer
• 350fx Fishing Explorer
• 380x Explorer
• 420x Explorer
• 385ft FastTrack
• 385fta FastTrack Angler
• 465ft FastTrack
• 393rl RazorLite
• 473rl RazorLite
• TC16 Travel Canoe

For Aquaglide, Advanced Elements, Intex, NRS, STAR, and BOTE kayaks that are not APEX-Compatible, you’ll want to match the right adapter by checking out the Bixpy compatibility chart.

Already have a boat or board? Bixpy motor kits adapt to hundreds of existing kayaks, paddle boards, and inflatables that have been otherwise impossible to motorize using conventional outboards or electric motors. Just look up the Bixpy adapter that best fits your watercraft.

Two Boost Surfing Electric Fins for Inflatable Kayaks

The Boost Fin is a fully contained motorized fin designed to be installed on the fin box of most types of surfboards, inflatable kayaks, and SUPs.

I have tested the standard Boost Fin on the BOTE Zeppelin Aero 10′. The Boost Fin Long-Range is now available for order. I would recommend the long-range version for inflatable kayak owners. Various factors like warm water temperatures and load can put a strain on the standard Boost Fin.

Standard Boost Fin: The standard Boost Fin motor is designed to assist the paddler. This model is not designed for back-to-back use. Back-to-back use will cause it to overheat and turn off. As for how long it needs to cool, it can vary depending on conditions.

Boost Fin Long Range: The Boost Fin Long-Range is a bigger model specifically designed for kayaks and SUPs. This model has twice the battery power, will last up to 180 minutes, and won’t overheat!

Related Content: Boost Fin Review For Inflatable Kayaks And SUPs

Sea Eagle Paddleski with Motor Mount Options

Take your paddling adventures to the next level with the amazing versatility of a Sea Eagle 437ps PaddleSki. This hybrid inflatable boat is a unique crossover between an inflatable kayak, an inflatable catamaran, and a motorboat that encompasses the best of each boat in an all-in-one package that is remarkably stable, fast, rigid, and rugged.

The PaddleSki’s catamaran hull design features two widely spaced inflatable tubes that allow it to glide through the water with minimal resistance while also providing a solid well-balanced hull.

At the stern is a transom that accepts up to a 6 hp gas with a 15″ shaft or up to 70 lb thrust trolling motor with a minimum 30″ shaft.

437ps PaddleSki Are Best Used For:

• Ocean
• Bays
• Lakes
• Marshes
• Flatwater Rivers
• Fishing
• Sailing
• Camping
• Paddling
• Motoring

Bow Motor Mount for PaddleSki

There is a bow motor mount available for the Sea Eagle PaddleSki. This lightweight corrosion-resistant aluminum board easily installs and holds up to a 55 lb thrust electric motor with a maximum weight of 60 lbs and a minimum shaft of 36″.

Just like the kayaks above, if you are choosing the trolling motor, I’d recommend the Minn Kota Trolling Motor Power Center.

Sea Eagle 437ps PaddleSki – Watersnake Motor Package

The 437ps PaddleSki Watersnake Motor Package (Model Number 437PSK_WSM) seats two and comes with a tolling motor that provides speeds up to 4 mph.

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Sea Eagle 437ps PaddleSki – Honda Motor Package

The 437ps PaddleSki Honda Motor Package (Model Number 437PSK_HM) is the top-of-the-line package for those who want a reliable, efficient, gas motor with speeds up to 16 mph and over 40 minutes of full-throttle runtime.

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Inflatable Kayak with Motor Conclusion

Having an inflatable kayak with motor is necessary for some physically disabled boaters, those who want to relax instead of paddling, and fishermen who want to cover more territory.

Many of the top-rated kayaks that offer a manufacturer option for installing a motor come from one amazing company, Sea Eagle Boats. They offer some of the most durable, well-made, inflatable boats on the market.

If you’d like to know more about how Sea Eagle kayaks are made check out my article “What Hull Materials Are Used In Sea Eagle Boats?” and its companion article on “Understanding Heavy-Duty Inflatable Boat Air Chamber Materials And Specs“.

If you’d like to learn more about the kayaks I mentioned above, I’ve put together the Best Sea Eagle Kayaks For 2023 with Buyer’s Guide. In this guide, I ranked and reviewed the best inflatable kayaks from Sea Eagle, along with my top 5 choices, so you can pick the best one.