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Watersnake T18 ASP - 18 Pound Thrust 12v Electric Saltwater Trolling Motor with Kayak Bracket

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Brand	Watersnake
Color	Kayak Bracket
Material	Aluminum
Operation Mode	Electric
Recommended Uses For Product	For Inflatable Boats, For Canoe

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PORTABLE - Watersnake Saltwater Electric Outboard Motor is the ultimate in lightweight portability, weighing only 4.85lbs (2.2kg). Watersnake’s simple design keeps the weight down while delivering quality and performance.
COMPATIBLE - It is the ideal trolling motor to use on kayaks, canoes, small dinghies, and inflatable boats. Please note: Battery not included.
DESIGN – 24” shaft, adjustable mount fitting that makes for easy attachment, and anti-impact clip system. This easy to steer motor uses a hand tiller with an extendable handle, high and low speed control, forward and reverse switch and two blade weedless propeller design.
STYLE - Electric motor with 18lbs thrust, Kayak Bracket Mount included.
SATISFACTION GUARANTEE: Necessity is the mother of invention. Created by anglers to be used by anglers. If you’re not satisfied with your Watersnake Electric Motor, contact your distributor to be taken care of.

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ABOUT WATERSNAKE

On a sunny day in 2004, it occurred to a couple of Aussie anglers that electric motors could be made better, more accessible, and tough enough to handle the harshest fishing environments. Today, that concept is a reality with the global success of Watersnake Electric Motors Fisherman from across the globe also recognized the value in Watersnake motors and had to have one, too. Nowadays, our Watersnake electric motors are increasing anglers’ catches in more than 30 countries. You’ll see our motors attached to the bows of tournament bass boats, mounted on family fishing boats, locked onto the transoms of the traditional tinny and even powering modern kayaks and canoes. We try to keep things simple at Watersnake and so every day our team focuses on just one thing: making better motors. This simple philosophy ensures that we continually develop innovative, smart, and practical products that utilize the latest technology and help you catch more fish. Watersnake motors are your best friends on the water, supporting, assisting and enabling those unforgettable fishing moments. Always positioning you for the best cast. Always ready to fish.


STURDY SIMPLE DESIGN Our Watersnake electric motors provide saltwater anglers with a versatile range of tiller-steer transom-mount motors that are loaded with clever features.	CONTROL + FEATURES The 34lb motors have a two-blade propeller. The 54lb motors each run a three-blade propeller. All propeller shafts are stainless steel and the props have a weedless design, so you can push the boundaries during your next adventure. All the motors run on 12V power and operate with 5 forward and 3 reverse speeds, which are controlled with the tiller handle throttle.	VERSATILE BOW MOUNT The compact and stylish new Venom motor head design incorporates a new thicker ergonomic grip for the tiller handle. The new head design also includes a digital voltage meter display, so you can keep track of your battery’s condition. The grips on the alloy transom mount have also been upgraded, making it even easier to attach and secure the motor before you utilise the fast multi-tilt positioning bracket.	ELECTRIC POWER Each motor is suited to boats ranging from small tenders and tinnies up to dedicated estuary and inshore sportfishing boats.

WATERSNAKE SHADOW TROLLING MOTORS

Watersnake Shadow Trolling Motors is the most popular Watersnake motor with an easy to operate electric foot control pedal. This freshwater electric bow mount trolling motor for boats featuring a 54-inch or 48inch stainless steel corrosion-resistant shaft. The foot control is simple to use and has a cut-off switch that engages as soon as the motor is placed into the stow position. The potted circuit board is fully sealed and waterproofed for protection. Three-blade weedless propeller design keeps you moving quietly through the water. Electric motor with options for 44lbs or 54 lbs thrust and foot pedal controls included. Bracket and battery not included.

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Brand

‎Watersnake

Color

‎Kayak Bracket

Material

‎Aluminum

Operation Mode

‎Electric

Recommended Uses For Product

‎For Inflatable Boats, For Canoe

Voltage

‎12 Volts

Mounting Type

‎Transom

Fuel Type

‎electric

Product Dimensions

‎13.75"D x 6.75"W x 34"H

Manufacturer

‎Watersnake

Model

‎ASP

Item Weight

‎10.48 pounds

Item model number

‎9089960

Is Discontinued By Manufacturer

‎No

Exterior

‎Chrome

Manufacturer Part Number

‎9089960

Additional Information

ASIN

B071VYRJNQ

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4.0 321 ratings

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#54,945 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors)
#80 in Trolling Boat Motors

Date First Available

July 15, 2017

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maximum horsepower	—	1.2 horsepower	—	—	3 horsepower	1.8 horsepower
fuel type	electric	electric	electric	electric	electric	—
mounting type	Transom	Transom	Transom	Transom	Transom	Bow
material	Aluminum	Glass Fiber	Aluminum	Stainless Steel	Aluminum	Aluminum
operation mode	Electric	Electric	Electric	Electric	Electric	Electric
voltage	12 volts	12 volts	12 volts	24 volts	—	24 volts

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Customers like the ease of installation of the outboard motor. For example, they mention it's easy to mount and takes care of. Customers are also impressed with the performance, saying it works great and is an excellent trolling motor. That said, some complain about the value and control. They say it'll only go in reverse and the bracket design is terrible. Customers also dislike durability, and tightness.

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34 customers mention28 positive6 negative

Customers like the performance of the outboard motor. For example, they say it's a great motor, powerful, and light. Some mention that the mount is terrible.

"...but still worked out good, today I put it to the test and it did absolutely great, I was able to leisurely cruise and i nice pace all the way up..." Read more

"...Like I said the Motor is great. The mounting concept is good, the actual plastic and friction points need to be rethought completely...." Read more

"...When I turned it on high standing still. Other than that the trolling motor is awesome…" Read more

"The motor works fine. However, I have a problem with the bracket; the long bolt that secures the bracket to the base keeps coming loose...." Read more

22 customers mention19 positive3 negative

Customers find the installation process of the outboard motor to be easy. They mention that the mounting concept is good, and the battery installation looks doable. Some say that the mount is slick and efficient, and that it saves them a lot of work.

"...It is very light and easy to assemble and store...." Read more

"...Like I said the Motor is great. The mounting concept is good, the actual plastic and friction points need to be rethought completely...." Read more

"...My first impression was how easy it was to mount on my Lifetime Stealth 11' kayak, very little modification of the yak to mount it...." Read more

"It’s easy to install and uses very little energy...." Read more

11 customers mention11 positive0 negative

Customers like the weight of the outboard motor. They mention it's very light, easy to assemble and store, and uses very little energy.

"...It is very light and easy to assemble and store...." Read more

"...] It’s easy to install and uses very little energy...." Read more

"...The concept and design should be worth 5 stars easily; it is lightweight and easy to install...." Read more

"...The one positive: It's light, and that's the only reason I'm keeping it." Read more

21 customers mention6 positive15 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the value of the outboard motor. They mention that the bracket design and prop are poor, and the product is not worth the constant issues in real world usage. Customers also say that the concept is great, but the execution is poor.

"...Great concept bad execution. Couldn't get the thing tight enough to not slip. Next the Positive. The little 18LBS thrust has plenty of power...." Read more

"...Great idea but very poor engineering. I will drill holes in it and add screws to make it and laugh at the trained monkeys who designed it...." Read more

"...The company was very responsive when I contacted them. Excellent value." Read more

"...In that case the system is junk...." Read more

16 customers mention0 positive16 negative

Customers have issues with the tightness of the outboard motor. They say the hardware immediately wouldn't tighten and started slipping vertically. The bracket won't stay tight and the nuts for tightening clamps spin as you try to tighten them. The vertical motor shaft and the adjustable mount are subject to becoming loose, and the steering doesn't lock in place.

"...and testing this kit on my kayaks I found that the brackets are not able to hold the thrust that the trolley motor provides so therefore it keeps..." Read more

"...Great concept bad execution. Couldn't get the thing tight enough to not slip. Next the Positive. The little 18LBS thrust has plenty of power...." Read more

"...high setting as it uses two little plastic knobs that are difficult to fully tighten...." Read more

"Plastic motor mount broke after three uses. Switches are not waterproof so the motor has to be covered up when it rains...." Read more

15 customers mention0 positive15 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the durability of the outboard motor. They mention that the handle broke off on the first try, the steering wand broke within 5 minutes of use, and the plastic motor mount broke after three uses. The motor bracket broke on the third time out. Customers also say that the product is cheap and will break.

"...The drawback is that the torque snapped the long steering lever so we have to use the small concealed handle within the motor...." Read more

"...I then went to high and the motor kicked up and almost out of the water, so I shut it down and tried to tighten it some more...." Read more

"...The only CON: is the handle, it’s very cheap thin and it snapped on me. When I turned it on high standing still...." Read more

"Plastic motor mount broke after three uses. Switches are not waterproof so the motor has to be covered up when it rains...." Read more

12 customers mention0 positive12 negative

Customers have negative opinions about the control of the outboard motor. They say that the motor wants to move on all axes, swivels upward on the mount, and rotates. Some customers also mention that the bolt is loose, allowing horizontal free-wheeling. Some say that it will only go in reverse and that steering with the motor was nearly impossible.

"...That helped very little and now the rest of the mount went sideways...." Read more

"I like the motor, it does not steer my kayak at all due to the placement on the side. I think a rudder will help with this...." Read more

"...canoe or kayak avoid placement near middle of craft as turn will be slightly more difficult" Read more

"...When this happens the motor leaps forward because the bolt is loose and allowing horizontal free-wheeling...." Read more

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Larry Shemen

Excellent trolling motor

Reviewed in the United States on August 21, 2022

Size: 18 Pound ThrustColor: Kayak BracketVerified Purchase

I attached this motor to my 16.5' canoe (85 lbs). This small motor provides ample thrust to propel the canoe quickly through a lake. It is very light and easy to assemble and store.
The drawback is that the torque snapped the long steering lever so we have to use the small concealed handle within the motor.
I would recommend to the manufacturer to use a metal pole for the steering handle.
The company was very responsive when I contacted them. Excellent value.

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Bonnie

I love it!

Reviewed in the United States on April 28, 2024

Size: 18 Pound ThrustColor: Kayak BracketVerified Purchase

I purchased this motor for my kayak, I have shoulder problems and paddling up river has become more difficult for me, the installation part was a little tricky trying to get the bolts on the bottom of the mount through a tiny fishing pole holder opening, but I did it, if you have a storage opening near by it might be easier, but still worked out good, today I put it to the test and it did absolutely great, I was able to leisurely cruise and i nice pace all the way up river. I give it a 8 out of 10 the mount does slip a little when you put the motor on full power unless you tighten it up really good. Either way it saved me a lot of work !!

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Anton S.

Nice but you are going to ?

Reviewed in the United States on May 2, 2022

Size: 18 Pound ThrustColor: Kayak BracketVerified Purchase

After mounting and testing this kit on my kayaks I found that the brackets are not able to hold the thrust that the trolley motor provides so therefore it keeps sliding in the base holder! Useless bracket base holders..
You are going to have to modify the swivel base with maybe rubber in between the clamps or screws to keep the base from moving and keep it in is place to keep the thrust from moving the base. Poor design cannot get it tight enough with the self tightening nuts provided.

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Jdeater

great Motor, mount needs some reengineering

Reviewed in the United States on July 30, 2023

Size: 18 Pound ThrustColor: Kayak BracketVerified Purchase

I bought the motor in January. But in Northern Michigan that means I wait until May to consider going on a lake fishing in a boat/Kayak. Thats when I finally mounted the Motor in my fishing Kayak. Drilling holes in my Kayak I am not a fan of but had to mount it. The mounting system, on the surface looks ingenious. Bu the true test was taking it out on the water. First off I realized what others had said about the extension rod for steering. Great concept bad execution. Couldn't get the thing tight enough to not slip. Next the Positive. The little 18LBS thrust has plenty of power. So much is spun the motor backwards out of the water out of my hand. I quickly attempted to turn it off but instead I hit reverse as I was trying to right it and there it went forward. The tube going to the mount is way to smooth and slips without hesitation. Now th eother problem that shocked me was the Mount sandwich also spun so now not only did I have pivoting Motor but an angled under the boat, motor. The sandwich that is supposed to clamp on the edges of the Mount were also to smooth and spun to change the angle of the motor.

Both issues need to be addressed. Some kind of texture or teeth need to be added to all points that connect to the shafts. Also I could not tighten down the bolts anymore. The plastic is to soft and the nuts just stripped them out. The additional extended handle also needs a rethink. Same issue can't tighten the nut enough to have it clamp down on the shaft enough to hold and steer. I completely removed that, after stripping out the nut housing.

Like I said the Motor is great. The mounting concept is good, the actual plastic and friction points need to be rethought completely. I have made modification to tighten things up and will see how it performs next time I go out fishing.

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Kenneth D Kukovich

Great motor, poor mount.

Reviewed in the United States on October 16, 2023

Size: 18 Pound ThrustColor: Kayak BracketVerified Purchase

I bought this to use on my kayak for my birthday. My first impression was how easy it was to mount on my Lifetime Stealth 11' kayak, very little modification of the yak to mount it. When I tightened the motor to the mount, I used pliers to get it real tight, because of what I read from the reviews. I started out on low and everything was great, speedometer on phone showed I going 2 mph. I then went to high and the motor kicked up and almost out of the water, so I shut it down and tried to tighten it some more. That helped very little and now the rest of the mount went sideways. Considering how tight I had everything tightened this is completely unacceptable. I am giving the motor 5 stars and the mount 1 star since I was at least able to attach it to my kayak. Great idea but very poor engineering. I will drill holes in it and add screws to make it and laugh at the trained monkeys who designed it. Have a nice day.

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Edward V.

Motor & seller are great; also love the optional bracket

Reviewed in the United States on December 7, 2020

Size: 18 Pound ThrustColor: Kayak BracketVerified Purchase

I got the optional Kayak Bracket with the Watersnake 18 Trolling Motor. The products, seller, delivery, etc are all great. The seller, Innovative Procurement, is exceptional as I called them with some questions and delivery was amazingly fast. The motor itself (made by Jarvis in Australia) is great for a kayak as others have stated. I really like the optional bracket (instead of the transom mount) which is what the rest of my review is about. The bracket is innovative and allows easy removal of motor, swing it up/down, and fine tune for optimal position and most efficient power. A couple things to note as of Dec 2020… I got “version 2” of the bracket so"swivel plate" interlocks with the bottom "base" using teeth which I assume helps reduce any unwanted sliding, however, the pictures/videos currently show the older swivel plate so don’t be surprised when you get the newer version. Also, the metal jack beam rod is hard to push into the swivel initially but it loosens over time (that’s how you slide the motor on/off the bracket)....it helps to soap it to remove any sticky grime.

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Jeremiah

Works great other than the handle

Reviewed in the United States on June 5, 2022

Size: 18 Pound ThrustColor: Kayak BracketVerified Purchase

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It’s easy to install and uses very little energy. I ran a 35 amp hour battery up and down the lake for about 7 to 8 miles and still had plenty of juice left. The only CON: is the handle, it’s very cheap thin and it snapped on me. When I turned it on high standing still. Other than that the trolling motor is awesome…

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Brad bennett

I love this.

Reviewed in the United States on August 6, 2023

Size: 18 Pound ThrustColor: Kayak BracketVerified Purchase

I got the 18, should have got the 32. This is great. Had a couple issues at first with parts breaking, cause of a situation, not manufacturing. Seller jumped right on it and sent me out ALL of the items i needed free of charge. I buy from this seller again. 100 stars from me. Down side, if mounting on kayak, find a better way. Sundolphin type plastic tends to flex and bend. Use a long support bar that fixes to both sides.

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Glenn P

Sorry I didn't go with the T24 - bot overall Im happy

Reviewed in Canada on August 8, 2023

Size: 18 Pound ThrustColor: Kayak BracketVerified Purchase

Bought this for a Pelican Catch 130 Fishing Kayak with pedal drive, picked up the Hobie Cassette and modified the unit to fit the water snake. Works well over all and I run it with 2 lithium 20 Volt, 30 Amp batteries which can last over 9 hours on low and low wind / current. Trolling speed on low is in the 1.9 to 2.3 mph range, wish it was lower but I have a drag sock to slow me down to get o the right speed. High speed gives me 3.0 to 3.2 mph so I always try to launch near my favourite fishing grounds to save the batteries for trolling. What I know now, I would certainly go with a higher thrust motor with variable speeds - the Minn Kota iPilot is the one id like, just like the Old Town Kayak of course there is a BIG difference between them in performance and price. Overall the Water Snake has served me well, and I hope it continues for a few more years.

Homero Villarreal

Excelente compra

Reviewed in Mexico on June 15, 2021

Size: 18 Pound ThrustColor: Kayak BracketVerified Purchase

Tenia mis reservas cuando compre este troleador de 18 lbs, sin embargo su desempeño en el agua y su fácil instalación lo hacen una excelente herramienta para mi kayak cuando hay viento o simplemente estas cansado.

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Peter Lihou

Poor customers service

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 9, 2022

Size: 18 Pound ThrustColor: Kayak BracketVerified Purchase

I contacted the reseller twice to ask for some basic information but have been ignored. As another reviewer has pointed out, Watersnake themselves either no longer exist or are hiding from their customers. My question related to the use of Lithium Iron Phosphate batteries. These are lighter than lead acid and give greater useable range - something which is highly desirable for an electric trolling motor. However, there have been reports that the slightly higher output voltage of around 13.5 volts might damage the motor. As these batteries are increasingly popular, I wanted an answer but the vendor doesn't appear to be organised or considerate enough to oblige.

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Manuel Velázquez

Mas o menos

Reviewed in Mexico on September 5, 2023

Size: 18 Pound ThrustColor: Kayak BracketVerified Purchase

El motor es bueno pero la base se siente frágil y de mala calidad

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Anne-Marie

Je l'aime beaucoup! Se transporte très bien, léger. Vitesse asser rapide pour la pêche.

Reviewed in Canada on June 22, 2022

Size: 18 Pound ThrustColor: Kayak BracketVerified Purchase

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Parfait sur mon kayak. Très facile d'assemblage et de transport. J'ai adoré ma première expérience. Je l'ai utilisé avec un powerpack n'utilise 12v 36ah et il a fonctionné pendant 2heures.

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