Minn Kota | Riptide Maxxum 80 Bowguard

Minn Kota® Riptide Maxxum 80 BowGuard – Saltwater Hand-Control Motor
24V | 80 lbs Thrust | 52" or 62" Shaft

No frills—just proven performance. The Riptide Maxxum 80 BowGuard delivers rugged reliability, power, and smart features like the BowGuard 360° mount and Digital Maximizer™, making it ideal for serious saltwater anglers. It’s built tough, skips the unnecessary tech, and gets you where the fish are—day after day.

Best For:

Saltwater v-hulls, flats, bay boats, and center consoles up to 23 ft (max ~4,000 lbs)
Suitable for both saltwater and freshwater use

Key Features:

• 80 lbs Thrust / 24V – Strong performance for larger saltwater boats

• BowGuard 360° Mount – Breakaway-style mount protects against impact

• Tilt Twist Tiller – Ergonomic, adjustable handle

• Variable Speed Control – Fine-tuned throttle response

• Digital Maximizer™ – Up to 5x longer run time per charge

• Weedless Wedge™ Prop – Pushes through vegetation with ease

• Composite Shaft – Unbreakable, backed by lifetime warranty

• Push-to-Test Battery Meter – Quick status check

What’s Included:

• Riptide Maxxum 80 BowGuard trolling motor

• 5-ft power leads

• Mounting hardware

• Owner’s manual

You’ll Also Need (Not Included):

• (2) 12V marine batteries

• Battery charger

• 60A circuit breaker (recommended)

Mount & Shaft Info:

• Mount Type: Bow-mounted (drilling required)

• Mount Pattern: 34.875" x 7"

• Shaft Options: 52" or 62"

• Compatible Upgrades: Quick-release brackets, tiller extensions

• Not compatible with i-Pilot, AutoPilot, or sonar

Runtime Estimates (100Ah Battery):

• 20+ hrs: Low speed (~5A)

• 3.6 hrs: 50% throttle

• 1.8 hrs: Full throttle
  Actual time varies with battery and conditions

Warranty:

• 2-Year Limited Warranty (motor & electronics)

• Lifetime Shaft Warranty (covers any breakage)