Bass Boat
What Makes a Good Trolling Motor For A Bass Boat:
- Most bass boats require a 24v or 36v motor with 80 lbs - 100+ lbs max thrust. Common shaft lengths on bass boats are between 45" and 52". Nevertheless, always take proper measurements and consider weight as well as conditions to determine the correct motor for your specific model.
- Consider a motor equipped with GPS technology like Minn Kota's Advanced GPS which automatically adjusts the motor's speed and steering to hold a position or a heading. The most popular feature is anchor mode (aka 'Spot Lock') which automatically holds the boat in a fixed position while making adjustments for wind or current. Trolling motors from Garmin and Lowrance are also equipped with GPS technology
- Certain motors such as the Garmin Force Pro and the Minn Kota Ultrex QUEST are designed with the bass angler in mind because they offer highly responsive foot pedal operation, GPS functionality and integrated sonar transducers
Bass Boat Thrust Selection
Please remember that boat weight is the most important criteria to use when selecting an appropriate motor size. Boat length is provided as a helpful guideline but should not be used as a primary determinant of motor size. If you're unsure how much your boat weighs, you can look it up in the JD Power boat directory.
Need help selecting the right thrust for your Bass Boat? Check out our detailed Trolling Motor Thrust Guide.
Bass Boat Shaft Length Selection
Proper shaft length selection is extremely important as you determine the best trolling motor for your boat. Take a look at our Trolling Motor Shaft Length Selection Guide to learn how to determine the best shaft length for your boat.
Need help selecting the right motor for your Bass Boat? Feel free to call us at 800-472-3509 or email us at Support@trollingmotors.net
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