Minn Kota Riptide PowerDrive 55/CP Trolling Motor w/CoPilot - 12V-55lb-54"
Minn Kota Riptide PowerDrive 55/CP Trolling Motor w/CoPilot - 12V-55lb-54" — Product description
Imagine gliding silently across choppy inshore waters, pinpointing your next catch without the hassle of manual steering or noisy distractions. The Minn Kota Riptide PowerDrive 55 with CoPilot delivers that seamless experience for dedicated saltwater anglers. Engineered for boats up to 18 feet, this 55-pound thrust powerhouse on a 54-inch shaft combines rugged durability with intuitive controls, letting you focus on the fish rather than fighting the elements.
Engineered for Saltwater Dominance
Saltwater fishing demands gear that laughs in the face of corrosion and relentless waves. This trolling motor rises to the challenge with advanced protection layers, including sealed electronics and a sacrificial anode that draws away corrosive forces. Its premium alloys undergo a meticulous multi-layer treatment—grit-blasting, aluminum plating, and a tough powder coat—ensuring it thrives season after season in brackish bays or open ocean stretches.
Effortless Control with CoPilot Remote
Clip the compact, waterproof CoPilot remote to your lanyard or wrist, and take command from anywhere on deck. Adjust speed, direction, and prop on/off with simple button presses—no foot pedal required. It's a game-changer for solo anglers or those maneuvering in tight spots like mangrove channels or rocky flats, giving you freedom to scan horizons or handle rods hands-free.
Smart Power Management for All-Day Adventures
At the heart lies Digital Maximizer technology, which intelligently rations power based on your selected speed, squeezing up to five times more runtime from a standard 12V deep-cycle battery. Pair it with the push-to-test battery meter for real-time charge insights, so you're never guessing how much fishing time remains. This efficiency shines during long drifts or when holding position over structure in tidal currents.
Propel Through Vegetation Without Snags
The Weedless Wedge 2 propeller features swept-back, flared blades that slice through grass, hydrilla, or oyster grass without bogging down or draining your battery. It's ideal for targeting reds in marshy backwaters or snook along weed lines, maintaining consistent thrust where lesser props falter.
Quick Deploy and Stow for On-the-Fly Action
Stowing and deploying shouldn't interrupt your rhythm. The one-handed Deploy-Assist lever lets you drop the motor into the water effortlessly or lift it securely onto the sleek composite mount. This redesigned mount is sleeker and stronger, built to handle the torque of electric steering in rough conditions.
Unmatched Durability Features
- Indestructible Composite Shaft: Flexes under impact from logs or docks without breaking, backed by a lifetime guarantee.
- Cool, Quiet Operation: Oversized windings and advanced bearings dissipate heat and minimize noise, keeping you stealthy around spooky fish.
- Variable Speed Control: Forward and reverse with precise electric steering for spot-on positioning.
Pro Tips for Peak Performance
To maximize longevity, rinse the motor with fresh water after every saltwater outing, focusing on connections and the lower unit. Select a Group 27 or 31 deep-cycle battery rated for marine use, and monitor amp draw to stay under peaks. For installation, ensure a stable bow-mount platform with at least 4 inches of clearance, aligning the shaft perpendicular to the keel for balanced thrust.
Anglers rave about its reliability during tournaments or family outings, where quiet runs and remote precision turn good days into legendary ones. Whether chasing flounder in estuaries or tarpon in passes, this motor equips you to outmaneuver the competition.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Minn Kota Riptide PowerDrive 55 suitable for saltwater fishing?
Yes, it's specifically designed for saltwater with advanced corrosion protection, sealed electronics, and a sacrificial anode to combat galvanic corrosion effectively.
What shaft length is best for my boat?
The 54-inch shaft works great for boats 16-18 feet long, providing optimal submersion in varied water conditions without dragging excessively.
How does the CoPilot remote function?
The wireless, floating remote controls speed, steering, and on/off functions from up to 100 feet away, perfect for hands-free operation while casting or fighting fish.
What battery do I need for this trolling motor?
A 12V deep-cycle marine battery (Group 24-31) is recommended. Digital Maximizer extends runtime significantly on a full charge.
Does it handle thick weeds well?
Absolutely—the Weedless Wedge 2 prop pushes through vegetation effortlessly, minimizing stalls and power loss in grassy areas.
How quiet is this motor compared to others?
Exceptionally quiet thanks to low-friction bearings and cool-running windings, allowing stealthy approaches to fish-sensitive zones.
What's the warranty coverage?
It comes with a two-year warranty, plus a lifetime guarantee on the composite shaft for peace of mind.
Riptide PowerDrive has been counted on for years by saltwater anglers who want reliable performance with smart boat control features. And with a tough, sleek mount and an arsenal of reliable innovations, it's not tough to see why. Nobody outworks a Riptide. Every Minn Kota lower unit runs cool to extend trolling motor life, and stays quiet.
Minn Kota 1363559 Attributes
- Water Type: Saltwater
- Steering Type: Electric Steer
- Speeds: Variable Speed Forward And Reverse
- Voltage Rating: 12 Volt
- Ampere Rating: 50 Amp
- Maximum Thrust Force (LB): 55 Pound
- Shaft Length: 54 Inch
- Mounting Type: Bow Mount
- With Sonar: No
- With Pinpoint GPS: No
Minn Kota 1363559 Features & Benefits
- Deploy-Assist Lever Lets You Get In And Out Of The Water Easily
- CoPilot™ Original Wireless Remote Gives You Push-Button Command Of Speed And Steering Of Your Trolling Motor
- Push-To-Test Battery Meter Gives An Instant Status Of Battery Life You Have Left
- Digital Maximizer™ Provide Up To 5 Times Longer Run Times On A Single Battery Charge
- Weedless Wedge™ 2 Prop With Swept-Back Flared Blades To Power Through Anything Without Battery-Draining Chopping And Hacking
- Advanced Corrosion Protection
- Indestructible Composite Shaft Guaranteed For Life
- Limited 2 Year Warranty
Minn Kota 1363559 Installation Instructions
- MIN_productmanual_i-Pilot-OM-BT-EN.pdf
- MIN_productmanual_RT_PowerDrive.pdf
- MIN_productmanual_RT-PowerDrive-Install.pdf
Minn Kota 1363559 Technical Bulletins
- MIN_productmanual_i-Pilot-BT-EN-QRG.pdf
- MIN_productmanual_pwrdrv_mount_dim.pdf
- MIN_productmanual_i-Pilot-BT-EN-QRG.pdf
Riptide PowerDrive 55/CP Trolling Motor w/CoPilot - 12V-55lb-54"
BORN WITH ITS NOSE TO THE GRINDSTONE.
Riptide PowerDrive has been counted on for years by saltwater anglers who want reliable performance with smart boat control features. So naturally, we just made it better. A tougher, sleeker new mount houses an arsenal of innovative options. Nobody outworks a Riptide.
Redesigned Mount & Aesthetics
Riptide PowerDrive has been redesigned with new technology, and remodeled to handle the workload that goes along with it - giving you a stronger mount and bigger brains in a sleeker package.
Deploy-Assist Lever
The deploy-assist lever puts you in motion and in pursuit of fish quickly and easily. Depress the lever to deploy the motor and you_re ready to go. When it's time to move, it stows easily and securely - ready for action whenever you are.
Copilot
CoPilot wireless remote system comes standard giving you push-button control of prop on/off, speed and steering. The compact remote is waterproof and floats, and can be mounted on your lanyard or wrist for easy access.
Push-to-Test Battery Meter
The push-to-test battery meter on Riptide PowerDrive gives you an instant "state of charge" reading at the push of a button, so you can see just how much longer you have on the water.
Digital Maximizer™
Motors with Digital Maximizer provide up to five times longer run time on a single charge by drawing only as much power as you need, so they don't waste any energy. These motors are variable speed, so dial in your precise speed and let Digital Maximizer deliver the right amount of power, while conserving your battery - extending your time on the water.
Weedless Wedge 2 Prop
Push weeds away and take on the thick stuff without battery-draining chopping and hacking. Weedless Wedge™ 2 features swept-back, flared blades for unrelenting, reliable prop performance.
Advantage Minn Kota
Indestructible Composite Shaft: Pound for pound, our composite shaft is stronger than steel. It flexes on impact and won't break, kink or corrode. That's why we're confident enough to guarantee it for life.
Cool, Quiet, Power:Nothing runs cooler or quieter than a Minn Kota. Our extra large windings and commutators dissipate heat, resulting in cooler operation, extended battery power, and longer motor life. And our unique bearing system reduces friction to cut fish-spooking noise.
Saltwater Advantage
Advanced Corrosion Protection: Riptide's premium-grade alloys are fortified by a multi-step cleaning process, tough-as-nails armor plating & a durable, saltwater-resistant powder coat paint. With layers of protection, the elements are truly protected.
Fully Encapsulated Electronics: Marine-grade urethane fully encapsulates Riptide control boards to protect the electronic circuitry. All electrical connections are sealed with waterproof heat-shrink tubing to keep saltwater out.
Sacrificial Anode: We use metals that are properly balanced & a composite shaft to ward off galvanic corrosion. So the only piece left for saltwater to attack is this little zinc anode, which absorbs corrosion so the rest of the motor doesn't have to.
2-Year Warranty
This motor is backed up with Minn Kota_s two-year warranty.
Specifications
- Control: Remote
- Volts: 12
- Max Thrust: 55 lbs.
- Shaft Length: 54"
- CoPilot
- Speed Control: Variable
- Max. Amp Draw: 50
- Prop: Weedless Wedge 2 (MKP-32)
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including di(2-ethylhexyl)phthalate (dehp) which is known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Saltwater anglers have relied on Riptide PowerDrive for many years, and they hope to obtain reliable performance through smart boat control functions. With the difficult, stylish installation and reliable library of innovations, it's not difficult to understand why. No one is better than a white water jockey. The swept-back flared blade can be powered by any object without spending a lot of battery felling and felling work, so Weedless Wedge 2 is one of the most trusted props in fishing. Press the button to read the cost immediately. Each lower unit of Minn Kota runs cool to extend the life of the trolling motor and keep it quiet.
SKU: NVN-62354
MPN: 1363559
UPC: 029402043491
Technical specifications
| Brand | Minn Kota |
| Model | Minn Kota Riptide PowerDrive 55/CP Trolling Motor w/CoPilot - 12V-55lb-54" |
| SKU / MFR# | 62354 |
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