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Minn Kota Riptide Ulterra Saltwater Bow-Mount Trolling Motor with i-Pilot GPS (24-Volt, 80-Pound)

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Brand Minn Kota
Item Weight 74 Pounds
Color White
Material Composite, Aluminum, Plastic
Operation Mode Electric

About this item

  • 72" Shaft, 24v, 80 lbs Thrust
  • i-Pilot GPS Trolling System: The most-trusted GPS system in fishing. i-Pilot uses GPS to control your trolling motor with incredible features that keep you on the fish. Set Spot-Locks, record paths, control speed and steering, and more. i-Pilot makes boat positioning and control automatic, and you can take command from its easy-to-read large LCD screen.
  • AutoPilot: Automatically navigate your boat in any direction you choose. Just point the head of your trolling motor in the direction you want to travel, activate AutoPilot, and your trolling motor will keep you on that heading automatically, even correcting for wind, waves and current
  • Digital Maximizer: Provides up to 5 times longer run time on a single battery charge. These variable speed trolling motors let you dial in your exact speed, and they deliver only as much power as you need, helping to conserve your battery for a full day of fishing
  • Weedless Wedge 2 Prop: With swept-back flared blades to power through anything without battery-draining chopping and hacking, the Weedless Wedge 2 is one of the most trusted props in fishing
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Minn Kota Riptide Ulterra Saltwater Trolling Motor

Never Touch Your Motor Again

Minn Kota Riptide Ulterra Saltwater Trolling Motor

Durably designed for saltwater fishing, the bow-mounted, electric-steer Riptide Ulterra trolling motor is Minn Kota's easiest motor to get in the water thanks to its Auto Stow/Deploy and Power Trim features. Stow or deploy the Riptide Ulterra and adjust to changing fishing conditions without reaching down to your trolling motor—simply push a button on your i-Pilot or i-Pilot Link remote. The Riptide Ulterra also features Spot-Lock for amazingly accurate GPS anchoring, an indestructible composite shaft, an integrated battery meter that displays the exact charge left in your trolling batteries, and a variable speed Digital Maximizer motor feature that helps you run longer on a single battery charge.

Spot-Lock with Jog

Available on all Riptide Ulterra models, Spot-Lock gives you the power to hold right on top of any productive fishing spot without touching your trolling motor. With the included heading sensor, you can use Jog to move your Spot-Lock location five feet in any direction.

Key Technical Specs

  • Motor Style: Electric-steer
  • Mounting Location: Bow-mount
  • Shaft Lengths: 54-inch, 60-inch, 72-inch
  • Voltage: 24-volt (80 pounds) or 36-volt (112 pounds)
  • GPS Control System: i-Pilot or i-Pilot Link
i-pilot link wireless gps system

GPS Control System: i-Pilot or i-Pilot Link

Riptide Ulterra models come with one of Minn Kota's two wireless GPS systems—i-Pilot or i-Pilot Link. i-Pilot delivers speed, steering, Spot-Lock, and the ability to record and retrace paths on the water, all at your fingertips. With a customizable color touchscreen remote, i-Pilot Link gives you all the features of i-Pilot, plus the ability to connect your Minn Kota motor to a Humminbird fish finder.

i-pilot link wireless gps system

GPS Control System

Auto Deploy and Power Trim

Auto Deploy & Power Trim

Saltwater Ready

Saltwater Ready

Optional Riptide Ulterra Foot Pedal

Optional Foot Pedal

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Bow Mounting

Equipped with Minn Kota's most advanced features and a wide range of control options, the Riptide Ulterra trolling motor mounts directly to the front of the boat and pulls it through the water for better maneuverability and control.

Motor Shaft Length

Choosing the proper shaft length is important—if it’s too short, the prop won’t be sufficiently submerged. Minn Kota recommends submerging the center of the motor section at least 12 inches.

Thrust Power

Boat weight is key when determining how much thrust you need. You will generally need at least 2 pounds of thrust for every 100 pounds of fully-loaded boat weight (people and gear included). If things like wind or current are major factors where you fish, you’ll want a little extra thrust.

Voltage

To achieve the right amount of thrust for your boat, you'll need to determine how much battery power your trolling motor requires.

  • 24 Volts: Up to 80 pounds of thrust (2 batteries)
  • 36 Volts: Up to 112 pounds of thrust (3 batteries)
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Price $2,906.41 — — — $1,499.99
For Use In Freshwater Freshwater Freshwater Saltwater Saltwater
Motor Style Cable-steer, Electric-steer Electric-steer Electric-steer Electric-steer Hand-steer
Thrust/Voltage Options 112-pound (36-volt), 80-pound (24-volt) 112-pound (36-volt), 80-pound (24-volt), 55-pound (12-volt) 112-pound (36-volt), 80-pound (24-volt) 112-pound (36-volt), 80-pound (24-volt) 112-pound (36-volt), 80-pound (24-volt)
Shaft Lengths 45-inch, 52-inch, 60-inch 45-inch, 54-inch, 60-inch, 72-inch 45-inch, 60-inch, 72-inch 54-inch, 60-inch, 72-inch 52-inch, 62-inch
Auto Stow/Deploy ✓ ✓
Lift Assist ✓ ✓ ✓
Foot Pedal Style Heel-Toe / Cable Heel-Toe / Electric (not available on all Terrova models) Heel-Toe / Electric Not included Not included
Wireless Remote ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Bowguard ✓

Product Description

The only trolling motor that can automatically stow and deploy itself with the push of a button, the Minn Kota Riptide Ulterra provides saltwater anglers convenient control via the included i-Pilot remote or foot pedal (sold separately). Trim the Riptide Ulterra up or down at the push of a button to adjust to changing fishing conditions without having to reach down to your trolling motor. This variable-speed trolling motor includes Minn Kota's Digital Maximizer feature, which allows you to dial in your exact speed, draws only as much power as you need, and provides up to five times longer run time on a single battery charge. Using GPS lock onto fishing spots with Spot-Lock, record and retrace paths, command speed and steering, and more, the i-Pilot Link system allows you to control your motor from the color touchscreen remote or from a virtual remote on your Humminbird fish finder (sold separately). It also offers Spot-Lock with Jog to hold you in place on top of any productive fishing spot without touching your trolling motor. With the included heading sensor, you can use Jog to move your Spot-Lock location five feet in any direction. An integrated battery meter is built into the i-Pilot to give you an instant reading on the motor's battery life. Minn Kota Riptide motors are designed with advanced corrosion protection and fully-encapsulated electronics to ensure the ultimate saltwater defense. The lower unit housings of Riptide motors are grit-blasted, then coated in aluminum to prevent oxidization and rust. Then, a final layer of powder coat paint provides the ultimate protection. This Minn Kota Riptide Ulterra has a 72-inch shaft length, features 80 pounds of thrust (24 volts), and includes a heading sensor, mounting hardware and cabling, and i-Pilot GPS system.

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Customers like the quality and maneuverability of the outboard motor. They say it's a great product and easy to use. Customers also appreciate the ease of installation and features. However, some customers have reported issues with the stow and deploy features.

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8 customers mention6 positive2 negative

Customers like the quality of the outboard motor. They say it is an awesome machine, great in test runs, and flawless in operation. Some customers also mention that it is one of the most amazing pieces of technology they have ever owned.

"I like everything about this product. His operation has been flawless and it looks badass when you launch the boat by yourself" Read more

"Nice motor! When the water is rough it's nice using the auto deploy, what a concept." Read more

"Product as stated, selling company bad." Read more

"This machine is awesome !" Read more

5 customers mention5 positive0 negative

Customers find the installation of the outboard motor to be easy. They mention that it auto-deploys and stows when the water is rough. Some say that the mounts are easy.

"...Not sure if it catch me more fish but it is a work of art. Easy to install and use. Great features as well." Read more

"...Makes controlling your boat way to easy! Love the auto stow and deploy! Way to go Minn Kota!..." Read more

"Nice motor! When the water is rough it's nice using the auto deploy, what a concept." Read more

"Auto deploy and stow" Read more

4 customers mention4 positive0 negative

Customers like the features of the outboard motor. They mention that the features are nice, and the motor has many options.

"Lots of great features. Haven't had chance to use most." Read more

"...Easy to install and use. Great features as well." Read more

"The features are great. I don't know if I could ever go back to dropping an actual anchor...." Read more

"great item, many options, mounts easy" Read more

3 customers mention3 positive0 negative

Customers find the outboard motor easy to maneuver and run. They say it makes controlling their boat easy.

"Love it love it and more love !! Makes controlling your boat way to easy! Love the auto stow and deploy! Way to go Minn Kota!..." Read more

"Easy to maneuver. Trolling motor on boat." Read more

"Good for easy use..." Read more

4 customers mention0 positive4 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the performance of the outboard motor. They mention that it would not deploy or stow properly, has problems with the stow/deploy features, and does not work as intended. Some say that the tow and deploy features are not trust worthy.

"...The deploy/stow stopped working 5 miles offshore so this week long trip was ended first day...." Read more

"...I installed it on my boat while in the driveway. It would not deploy or stow properly. I requested a return label & was refused...." Read more

"...All the problems deal with the stow/deploy features. You never know when this will fail and I take great care of my equipment...." Read more

"...As soon as warranty ended the motor would not turn. The stow and deploy was not trust worthy. I keep my boat indoors and baby it...." Read more

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Love it love it and more love !! Makes controlling your boat way to easy! Love the auto stow and deploy! Way to go Minn Kota! People don't waste your time with any other motor get the ulterra
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mary cole
5.0 out of 5 stars Great in test run.
Reviewed in the United States on July 23, 2023
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Lots of great features. Haven't had chance to use most.
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Robert Ritchie
5.0 out of 5 stars You will never go back after owning this!!
Reviewed in the United States on May 8, 2022
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Awesome is not enough to describe this purchase. Not sure if it catch me more fish but it is a work of art. Easy to install and use. Great features as well.
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Aaron Hayes
1.0 out of 5 stars When it works it’s great but you never know when your fishing trip won’t happen
Reviewed in the United States on March 13, 2024
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Bought this October 13th 2023 used it twice and today would have been my 3rd fishing trip with it. I never leave it on my boat when I stored it I have the quick disconnect mounting system so it comes in the hotel room with me on trips and LIVES in my garage when not in use. It’s safe to say I babied it. Now as of today the red light flashes says motor fault as does the remote. The deploy/stow stopped working 5 miles offshore so this week long trip was ended first day. Thanks Minn Kota for that, I’m seeing a lot of people having same problems with this in reviews. As soon as I get it fixed I’m going a different direction on trolling motors. I have to be able to depend on my equipment as far off shore I fish. I lost $600 in hotel and fuel on this trip alone
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inshore Fisherman
5.0 out of 5 stars Minn Kota Riptide Ulterra 80 lbs thrust 54" Shaft - AMAZING!!!
Reviewed in the United States on May 23, 2018
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I really like my 80 lbs thrust Ulterra i-Pilot. This is the second time I have used it. The first time in freshwater to calibrate the heading sensor and today in saltwater while fishing. I went out today in heavy current and it stopped me underneath a bridge on the same spot. I was surprised at the power this unit has to hold a boat in the same spot with heavy current. Actually I was blown away with how good it works. People at the ramp were amazed that I did not need to tie a rope to the ramp when I came back because I left the boat with the spot-lock while getting my truck. A lady was so amazed she filmed the whole thing. I do mostly saltwater fishing by myself and this trolling motor makes getting in and out of the water a breeze.
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Blair Blois
5.0 out of 5 stars This is one of the most amazing pieces of Technology I've ever owned.
Reviewed in the United States on October 31, 2021
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I like everything about this product. His operation has been flawless and it looks badass when you launch the boat by yourself
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Travis
5.0 out of 5 stars Love it love it and more love
Reviewed in the United States on July 21, 2017
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Love it love it and more love !! Makes controlling your boat way to easy! Love the auto stow and deploy! Way to go Minn Kota! People don't waste your time with any other motor get the ulterra
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5.0 out of 5 stars Love it love it and more love
Reviewed in the United States on July 21, 2017
Love it love it and more love !! Makes controlling your boat way to easy! Love the auto stow and deploy! Way to go Minn Kota! People don't waste your time with any other motor get the ulterra
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William C. Bear
5.0 out of 5 stars As Advertised
Reviewed in the United States on April 6, 2020
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I turned 70 in February and decided to stop fighting my trolling motor. The Ulterra self deploy is the absolute answer to all my problems with fishing. No more stooping over to deploy and retrieve the motor. No more fighting the foot control in windy conditions. The anchoring function is amazing and the I-pilot lets me fish a bank without worrying with the foot control. Thank you Mini Kota
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Heybaile
1.0 out of 5 stars Does Not work as intended
Reviewed in the United States on April 4, 2024
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I ordered this Minn Kota Ulttera trolling motor from Amazon. I installed it on my boat while in the driveway. It would not deploy or stow properly. I requested a return label & was refused. I contacted Amazon & was told I could put this in for the A to Z Guaranty. I am still having issues trying to get the refund & return fees.
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5.0 out of 5 stars love it. simple to use
Reviewed in Canada on May 16, 2018
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Have it on my 18 foot sport n fish. love it. simple to use, works every time. Now 98% of my time is spent on rods n bait not steering.
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