Frequently Asked Questions Here are a few of the questions I received about our product. Feel free to call if you have any questions Can I buy a complete Bassyaks kayak ? What do the kits come with? Can the motor be removed without tools ? Can the motor be raised from the cockpit? What is the EM option? What type battery is used?? What is needed to convert a kayak into a Bassyak What if I already have a Minn-Kota Endura motor, can I get a kit without the motor? How much weight is added to your kayak?? Can I buy a complete Bassyaks kayak ? Yes, Bassyaks builds custom kayaks at it's shops in Ct. and Fla., We can provide the kayak of your choice, any brand then we install the Bassyaks kit of your choice along with any options. Then the BassYak is sent to your via freight. Back to Top What do the kits come with? Kits will come with a internally and externally Modified Minn-Kota trolling motor, a kayak specific aluminum powdercoated mounting bracket. Prebuilt Steering cables and Stainless Steel hardware, including pedals if needed. Front and rear wiring harnesses,electrical connectors, throttle controls, fuse and holder, killswitch and relay and battery wires that are needed to make these kits funtion. Hillman hardware, Beckson, Heyco,Anchor ,are among the companies used. All you need is a battery and a kayak. Back to Top Can the motor be removed without tools ? Yes, All of the Bassyaks kits are designed so the motor can be removed for transporting. It's as simple as removing one clip from the pivot pin, slide out the pivot pin, remove the two carabineers, and disconnect the electrical connector. All this can be done in as little as 30 seconds. Back to Top Can the motor be raised from the cockpit? Yes, we have designed a Lift Kit that will allow you to control the motor from the cockpit. You will be able to raise the motor in seconds, and lower it even faster By engaging the release lever, you will enable the motor to be raised or lowered at will. To raise the motor, engage the lever and push forward on both foot pedals and the cables will pull the motor up and out of the water. This option is also good for plaining the kayak, which will allow you to raise the bow, gaining more top end speed. Back to Top What is the EM option? The EM electronics are housed in a fully waterproof control module to be mounted below the deck of the kayak. All electronics are sealed in marine-grade polyurethane to provide corrosion-proof protection. The extruded aluminum housing features specially designed fins that dissipate heat to keep things cool under high rpm use. Using Heyco waterproof fitting makes this option carefree whether use in fresh or saltwater. The EM option is an electronic throttle system that delivers the precise amount of power needed at any speed, along with variable speed settings. You get the ability to “dial up” the precise speed setting you desire, regulating the amount of power delivered to your motor so it runs cooler with no wasted power. And now, advanced, digital microprocessing optimizes draw to extend battery life and reduce damaging heat. Get up to five times longer run time on a single charge If you plan on longer trips this option is a must Control the speed of your EM equiped kayak with an corded remote that can be mounted or handheld. Offers infinitely variable speed control in forward and reverse. Features neutral (off) detent position. T Back to Top What type battery is used?? Each kayak has limited space to store a 12 volt battery , we design the kit so the battery mounts inside the hull. We suggest the use of either a Gel or AGM Deep Cycle battery. Try to select the battery with the highest Ahr(amp hour) rating that will fit into your kayak and that will fit your buget. All kayaks will accept U-16 batteries, U-22 are the next size up, Midsize kayaks can use the group 24 than group 27, only the larger kayak can handle the larger batteries like the 27 and 31 sizes. A good way to get an idea on what kind of run time you can expect is to divide the Ahr rating of your battery by 11 ( the hourly amp comsumption of the STD throttle control) If you have the EM throttle , you can expect up to 3 times as much run time. Back to Top What is needed to convert a kayak into a Bassyak We have designed kits for many kayaks that are not listed, the requirements are that your kayak can fit a battery inside the kayak, has foot braces or room for footbraces, and a transom that will accept a bracket. We have built many kits from internet photos and your measurements with great success. So ask us if we have or can build you a Bassyak kayak Back to Top What if I already have a Minn-Kota Endura motor, can I get a kit without the motor? From time to time , we offer a "rough Cut" kit which is for the serious do it yourselfer, who already has a Endura motor. Check the Home page for special offers Back to Top How much weight is added to your kayak?? 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