Minn Kota Riptide PowerDrive™ 55 Trolling Motor w/Micro Remote - 12V - 55LB - 54" *Remanufactured
Minn Kota Riptide PowerDrive™ 55 Trolling Motor w/Micro Remote - 12V - 55LB - 54" *Remanufactured — Product description
Discover Reliable Power and Precision on the Water
Saltwater fishing demands gear that can handle relentless waves, corrosive conditions, and long days chasing trophy catches. This Riptide PowerDrive 55 steps up with battle-tested engineering tailored for serious anglers. Imagine effortlessly holding your position over a reef while you hook into reds or snapper—without drifting or fighting currents. Remanufactured to meet original specs, it delivers like-new performance, giving you pro-level control at a fraction of the investment.
Whether you're drift fishing mangroves, stalking flats for bonefish, or battling offshore swells, this 55-pound thrust motor with a 54-inch shaft provides the torque and finesse to keep you dialed in. The micro remote puts steering, speed, and GPS smarts right in your hand, freeing you to focus on the fight.
Standout Features Built for Saltwater Warriors
Deploy-Assist Lever for Effortless Handling
Launching and stowing shouldn't be a workout. Flip the lever to drop the prop smoothly into the water, or lift it back with minimal effort. It's a game-changer on rough mornings when every second counts, especially from smaller boats where space is tight.
GPS-Powered Navigation That Thinks Like You Do
Lock onto hotspots with Spot-Lock, your electronic anchor that uses GPS to hold position within inches, even in 2-foot chop. AutoPilot keeps your heading steady against wind and tide, while the micro remote lets you tweak course or speed from the helm or rod tip. No more constant corrections—just fish.
Push-to-Test Battery Meter for Peace of Mind
One quick press shows your battery's charge level. Plan your day without surprises, knowing exactly how much juice is left for that evening bite.
Triple-Layer Corrosion Shield
Salt spray is no match here. The lower unit gets grit-blasted, aluminum-coated for oxidation resistance, and finished with powder coat. It shrugs off rust like a pro, outlasting cheaper motors in brutal inshore environments.
Digital Maximizer for All-Day Endurance
Dial in precise speeds without wasting power. This tech stretches a single charge up to five times longer than standard motors, perfect for multi-hour sessions targeting tailing trout or deep-water ling.
Power Prop for Unmatched Thrust
The MKP-37 prop slices through heavy cover and open bays alike, delivering max push when you need to punch into headwinds or reposition fast.
Lifetime-Guaranteed Composite Shaft
Flexible yet unbreakable, this shaft flexes under impacts from logs or docks but bounces back. Minn Kota backs it for life, so you fish confidently.
Cool and Silent Operation
No overheating or noise to spook fish. The brushless design runs whisper-quiet, keeping you stealthy around skittish species like permit or snook.
Real-World Performance: From Flats to Reefs
Inshore guides swear by PowerDrive models for their reliability. Picture this: You're poling a skiff across a grass flat at dawn. Spot-Lock pins you over a school of reds, and variable speeds let you hover bait without spooking them. Offshore, AutoPilot fights current to keep lines vertical over wrecks.
Remanufactured units undergo rigorous factory testing—same components, same standards, just smarter savings. Pair it with a quality 12V deep-cycle battery, and you're set for dawn-to-dusk adventures. The bolt-on bow mount installs securely on most vessels, with wireless remote control eliminating pedal clutter.
- Thrust & Voltage: 55 lbs at 12V—ideal for boats 16-20 feet.
- Steering: Electric with power steering for smooth turns.
- Prop & Shaft: Optimized for saltwater efficiency.
- Network Ready: One-Boat Network compatibility for future upgrades.
Tips to Maximize Your Motor's Potential
Store it rinsed and dry after saltwater use to extend life. Regularly check prop for debris, and use the battery meter before trips. For best GPS accuracy, ensure clear sky view. Anglers report 8-10 hour run times on a full charge in moderate use, longer with Digital Maximizer at trolling speeds.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this trolling motor suitable for saltwater fishing?
Yes, the Riptide series features advanced corrosion protection specifically designed for harsh saltwater environments, including grit-blasted housings with aluminum and powder coat layers.
What does Spot-Lock do on this motor?
Spot-Lock uses GPS to hold your boat's position like an electronic anchor, ideal for staying over fish-holding structure without drifting in wind or current.
How does the micro remote work?
The wireless micro remote provides full control over steering, speed, Spot-Lock, and AutoPilot functions from anywhere on the boat, with a lanyard for easy access.
What's the benefit of Digital Maximizer?
It optimizes power delivery for up to 5x longer battery life by only using the exact amount of power needed at variable speeds, extending your fishing time significantly.
Is the shaft durable for rocky areas?
Absolutely—the indestructible composite shaft flexes on impact but won't break, backed by a lifetime guarantee, making it perfect for shallow-water fishing with obstacles.
Does it come with mounting hardware?
Yes, it includes all necessary mounting hardware for a secure bolt-on bow mount installation, plus the MKP-37 Power Prop.
What's the max amp draw, and how does it affect battery choice?
Max draw is 50 amps, so a Group 27 or 31 deep-cycle marine battery is recommended for optimal performance and all-day runtime.
Riptide PowerDrive™ 55 Trolling Motor with Micro Remote - 12V - 55LB - 54" *Remanufactured
Riptide PowerDrive has been counted on for years by saltwater anglers who want reliable performance with smart boat control features. With a tough, sleek mount and an arsenal of reliable innovations, it's not tough to see why. Nobody outworks a Riptide.
Deploy-Assist Lever
Get in and out of the water easily. Just depress the lever to deploy your trolling motor, and when it's time to move, it stows easily and securely.
Advanced GPS Trolling System
The most trusted navigation system in fishing. Powerdrive uses GPS to control your trolling motor with unrivaled features that keep you on the fish. Set spot locks, control speed and steering, and more. Minn Kota makes boat positioning and control automatic, and you can take command from Powerdrive's simple micro remote.
Push-to-Test Battery Meter
Press a button to get an instant "stage of charge" reading.
Advanced Corrosion Protection
Riptide® motor lower unit housings are grit-blasted, and then coated in aluminum to prevent oxidization and rust. Then, a final layer of powder coat paint provides the ultimate protection.
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.
Power Prop
Delivers extra power to push through any fishing scenario and excels in open water.
Indestructible Composite Shaft — Guaranteed for Life
At the core of your Minn Kota trolling motor is an indestructible composite shaft. It's a Minn Kota exclusive, and they guarantee it for life.
Cool, Quiet Power
Every Minn Kota lower unit runs cool to extend trolling motor life and stays quiet.
What's Included
One-Boat Network Enabled Riptide PowerDrive 55 lb. 54" Motor, Micro Remote, Lanyard, MKP-37 Prop, and Mounting Hardware
Specifications:
- For Use In: Saltwater
- Shaft Length: 54"
- Voltage: 12
- One-Boat Network Compatible: Yes
- QUEST Series: No
- Spot-Lock: Yes
- Built-In Sonar: None
- Foot Pedal Style: Not included
- Control: Micro remote
- Auto/Stow Deploy: No
- Power Trim: No
- Power Steering: Yes
- Lift-Assist: No
- Bowguard: No
- Wireless Remote: Yes
- i-Pilot Link (GPS): No
- i-Pilot (GPS): No
- AutoPilot: Yes
- CoPilot: No
- Speeds: Variable
- Digital Maximizer: Yes
- Battery Meter: Yes
- Max Amp Draw: 50
- Mount Style: Bolt-On
- Mounting Location: Bow-Mount
- Motor Style: Electric-steer
- Prop: Power Prop (MKP-37)
- Warranty: One-Year Warranty
SKU: NVN-107042
MPN: 1377655
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Technical specifications
| Brand | Minn Kota |
| Model | Minn Kota Riptide PowerDrive™ 55 Trolling Motor w/Micro Remote - 12V - 55LB - 54" *Remanufactured |
| SKU / MFR# | 107042 |
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