Bixpy Jet Motor Kit For Hobie Pedal Kayaks

[@markhennings7207]

My first time Kayaking and this Kayak held strong. kzbin.infoUgkx4k5UrhC3v_Y4hIEaXLGvHcN5a5aBmZNB The water got pretty rough as a speed boat zipped by me, and the Kayak withstood it (I expected to be capsized). The Ores are very easy to put together, the pump worked beautifully. the seats are a bit hard to sit in after a while (I recommend sitting on the floor). after reading the reviews I was very scared it'd get a hole in it, the material is very strong and durable. The Air valve may need a small Phillips head screwdriver to adjust, other than that, it's well worth the money!(update)I've gone Kayaking in 3 Lakes and 2 rivers totaling about 40 miles. the kayak had two holes and they patched easily and no other problems can't wait for kayaking season this year!

[@maryfield6920]

I have had the Bixpy for two years on my Hobie compass. Loved it so much I bought another one. ❤️❤️

[@shanejohnson7996]

Need to add a pivot point on the shaft next to the bottom of the kayak. So if you randomly hit the bottom or kelp it will pop up without destroying the motor/ jet drive.

[@cdp50359]

It's also good to put the super lube on the "o"rings to help seal the unit

[@KayakDIY]

Yeah we goop it on pretty thick. It squeezes out excess when the two connectors mate up. 😬👍👍

[@randy0048]

In the US, using this in some states may require the craft to be registered since it is no longer manual propulsion. So check to make sure because DNR fines can be high.

[@KayakDIY]

Yep! 👍 Know your local laws...OR be extra extra sneaky and have lots of money to pay fines for the stupid laws! 😁

[@philup6274]

The land of the free, is no more be sure to vote. Slave

[@L8terdays]

I've been using my drone to drop my line way out. Works like a charm.

[@jonnyboym72]

Been thinking about doing this myself

[@mrbmp09]

A LOT cheaper too!!!!!

[@napieraustin]

16:45 to just see in action

[@oskarrecon8151]

protip,. , you need to put the dielectric grease on the O rings and threads of the sockets too in high moisture applications to ensure a 100% hydrostatic junction over time,. plastic loves to get seized and brittle especially when sun and salt is involved ,, takit from a guy who works on plow trucks in a northern beach town ,. you may not use a tool to put it together,. but you'll likely need one to separate it if it sits long enough,. and there's no telling if you made it tight enough by hand without greasing the threads too.. it makes hand tight mean a completely different thing

[@JBOutdoors]

I never thought this kind of tech was available for a kayak! I’ve been researching fishing kayaks more and am baffled by the amount of add ons and accessories there are. Great video

[@KayakDIY]

The kayaking and kayak fishing market is huge. Lots of products being specifically designed for kayaks. This motor is one of my favorite add-ons. I can cover a lot more water and explore areas previously out of reach.

[@the_wiz9566]

Why not just buy a boat?

[@nordic5490]

@@the_wiz9566 aboat cannot go where these craft can. I kayak in tonnes of places a boat could not possibly go

[@chrismccartney8668]

Great Video I don't board or kayak I sail a small sailing cruiser 23ft but my only would not be hitting bottom with motor as you would know to avoid real shallows but hitting an unexpected obstruction on the bottom like bit of old jetty or sea defence and it damaging either motor or the kayak mount but it does look great fun and would be ideal for small tender where you don't want to or can't use petrol..

[@moretimethanmoney8611]

In CA if you attach a motor to your boat, you're required to register it with the DMV, affix a name/registration number to parts of the hull, and add running lights.

[@KayakDIY]

Yep...most states have that. We were running so skinny they couldn’t find us. In those waters. We risked it but later registered.

[@osvaldosandoval9523]

yep that's kalifornia

[@bonilla2022]

How long can you run at top speed? Also , once you add a motor to your kayak do you have to register it and get numbers? THANKS!

[@rgarri6396]

In Florida you have to have FL numbers to use in state!

[@KayakDIY]

Yes

[@sandywinnnerman2156]

Can this motor be retrofitted to a Malibu PDL Ocean Kayak?

[@KayakDIY]

Should be able to do a rudder mount on the ocean kayak. That is how I did my Viking kayak and Vibe Kayaks use rudder mount setup too. I used to own a Ocean Kayak Malibu PDL....it was one of my favorite pedal kayaks of all time....especially for the money.

[@jeffw3776]

I’ve modified mine with my Hobie. WaterSnake trolling motor...using my cassette that came with it...Easy...diy...only 300 bucks...including solar mod to the battery...2 speeds...forward and reverse...

[@KayakDIY]

I made a video on that Watersnake motor setup as well. Bixpy is a lot more refined and the battery floats. Both are great systems. Just depends on what folks want and their budgets. 🙂👍

[@jeffw3776]

KayakDIY great.....but really why spend that much not much better. Battery floats big deal...you must be getting some kickback, just sayin.

[@rickgividen4318]

Where I live, once you put a motor on a kayak, you have to license the kayak with the state.

[@KayakDIY]

*Why Must The Shaft Length On The Bixpy Mirage Mount Be That Long?* Some viewers think the mount should be shorter and draft less. The motor drops into the Hobie well at a slight angle. If it were any shorter then the mount wouldn't be universal for "ALL" Hobie pedal kayaks. If the shaft were shorter the top gray plug portion of the mount would hit on some Hobies and prevent the motor from fitting into the drive well. Even when i built homemade motors for Hobies I ran into this same dilemma. So the shaft length must remain the same length in order to reliably fit ALL Hobie kayaks. Hopefully this makes sense.

[@stevehogan8829]

That's about normal for Kayak motor mounts... 12"

[@rainmakr20]

We are all waiting for an update with the j-2. 2m plus views might be worth a look. Thanks for all the great content.

[@charliehos3936]

Main thing for kayak fishing is getting into the shallows. I can see this high dollar item breaking off the first time you strike something that won’t give!

[@KayakDIY]

DONALD 2020 Main thing for “you” is getting into the shallows. Not everyone hangs in the shallows. Most of my friends use kayak to run offshore. I’m usually going out in deep water. Heck I’m even using my kayaks for scuba diving now. People can easily shorten the mount shaft if they want it running skinny. People shorten trolling motor shafts all the time and this would be even easier. I just have never found the need. However, I plan to discuss short shaft options with Bixpy since some viewers have requested it.

[@Mississippi72]

Stumps and rocks

[@winkler323]

@@KayakDIY yeah I don’t know why they made the shaft so long, the longer the shaft the more strain it is under, plus the obvious of not being able to use in shallow water.

[@tonykemp4645]

.can you use it in sailt water for fishing ,it looks great the jet motor

[@stevequate1797]

Wonder if a person could(with great diy skills and proper tools) cut that motor shaft off about 6”-8” where motor extends only about 1”-2” below the bottom of the kayak hull. That just sticks down way too far, seems like you would hv less torque on the shaft and actually add a little more speed to the kayak. That is my only draw back keeping me from buying one of those Bixby motors for the Hobie. I hv a great shop abs tools and excellent knowledge of wiring and different projects I’ve done, would really like to see that shaft a little closer, but do not know anyone that has bought one for their yak yet. Think they are waiting on me to take the plunge lol Great video, “paddle on” or should I say “switch on”

[@vernondodge1689]

Hey Yankeetown FL shoutout! That should be one fast kayak!

[@thecommentor8384]

That a cool little boat!

[@collectiveworld_TIKTOK]

What lake are you on. It looks very calm. The only lake I've been to is lake Martin in Alabama. Have you ever been it's pretty impressive lake

[@KayakDIY]

This is actually a channel in a florida gulf community

[@keryosato]

Hey fellas! How long does the battery long?

[@foxmulder216]

No more tha 40 mns for sure.

[@sawedoff5745]

Make your steering much more reflexive, and sharp.

[@cauongbinh7866]

Nhìn nó thấy thích quá ! Biết bao giờ ở Việt Nam có bán ? :(

[@2inHeartattack]

For the price of that yak & motor you could have a pretty nice bass boat.

[@thereelaccountant9246]

no you could not. A down payment maybe? or a very old boat? Have you ever thought that people enjoy fishing out of kayak more that boats in some cases? Sure maybe we spend a few grand to setup our kayaks, but after that we have no more maintenance or fuel costs. Also don't need a trailer.

[@2inHeartattack]

@@thereelaccountant9246 im an avid kayak fisherman with about $1000 in my yak actually, so yes i completely understand. Also spending $4000 can get you a really nice boat. We're not talkin about wasting 60k on something brand new. Thats just foolish.

[@watchingyourvideo8029]

@@2inHeartattack well that’s the conclusion he automatically jumped to lol

[@2inHeartattack]

@@watchingyourvideo8029 society makes people think they gotta have the nicest shit out there or its junk.

[@jackasschicken5922]

Dude! Are you sure the excess grease has somewhere to go in that connector? Weather pack connectors like that typically don't because you want to keep the water out. So, if you use too much grease, the barrel and socket pins act like a hydraulic ram and create enough pressure to spread the socket connector wider and now you have a bad or weak connection that's just waiting to fail either intermittently or a confusing diagnosis for no connection because the wiring tests good with your meter while disconnected.

[@KayakDIY]

Interesting argument. The company recommends it. 🤷‍♂️

[@jackasschicken5922]

@@KayakDIY I have been a professional mechanic for almost 30 years. First cars, now forklifts. It is definitely something I have to watch out for. Some connectors are more sensitive to it than others. Meaning, you could have the same brand/style on 2 different sizes, but 1 is known for contact surface spreading out and the other it's not an issue. But yes, this is 100% a real issue and not made up hypotheticals.

[@jackasschicken5922]

@@KayakDIY Now that I think about it, it may be smart to not have connectors on a kayak air tight. The grease will stop corrosion due to getting wet. And if it lets the water drain out on land, then it might also completely dry out with time. But if it's air tight and a little water gets in, there would be zero chance of it getting out on its own.

[@dhyde9207]

Nice camera work at the end there bro...I could almost see what was happening.

[@mclt8883]

Couldn't you see....I just looked at the reflection in the water and when there wasn't a wave I saw a great reflection. 😁

[@showmeoutdoors3220]

Awesome vid! Looks like more than enough power.I will try one season on my Big Rig with manual propulsion, then see if I'd like to upgrade. Thank You

[@KayakDIY]

SHOW ME OUTDOORS no problem. Happy to be of help. I don’t tell people what to buy. I just try to show what the products can do. I do love my Bixpy though. I like that it is one motor that I can use on all my watercrafts and even swim with.

[@hugoquaresma467]

Me to but manual it's a god exercise

[@sosteve9113]

Looks interesting

[@JonHunter80]

I need three of those to fit onto a wilderness systems radar 135

[@Ram-re5em]

You would have to register this in Montana and have boat numbers on the sides.

[@KayakDIY]

Most U.S states have similar laws. Only a few places I think in the world have laws specifically stating a certain pound thrust motor. For instance if you had under 30 pound thrust you wouldn’t need to register in some areas.

[@hardrock6034]

Love the Albonian music.

[@CMDRFlyAuburn]

Holy hell what is up with all of the negative comments? Bunch of jealous assholes that don’t get what small craft ownership and fishing is all about? I’ve had my eye on a Hobie for a while. Very cool boat. And the Bixpy drive is slick. I’m currently running an Old Towne 14 foot/3 person canoe with a Minnkota motor and this is a very elegant single person dedicated fishing alternative. My setup altogether was about $1,000. Yours looks to be about $2,500. STILL way cheaper than a ‘real’ boat, you can go where they can’t, and you can enjoy the peace and quiet and be stealthy. Also the unboxing was awesome and I think necessary to show the setup of this unique product. Great video all around and ignore the haters! Subbed.

[@glitchinthematrix5761]

That paddle board is my kind of exercise. I use the paddle to steer. Nice

[@KayakDIY]

It is quite the workout. 😉👍

[@sonnyreeves8123]

How is this working out? Why is the motor so deep running? Why not closer to the hull? What is the actual range, speeds for fishing salt flats with strong current?

[@KayakDIY]

Deeper running because that mount was designed to fit as many pedal drive kayak models as possible…so it had to be that draft to make that possible. You could customize it and shorten via a 5-$10 pipe cutter.

[@sonnyreeves8123]

@@KayakDIY We have 2 of the 12 PA hobie 360 mirage and with the motor on the wrong adapter (long story and my fault) we were able to go 6 miles with top speed in the tide 3.8 km. The adapter for the non 360 mirage will have to be modified. Very impressed with speed and battery life is surprize! Still had 4 lights on after the first run. Did well with the incoming tide and wind issues in the canals. Bixpy support was very helpful.

[@heathmartin]

Nice overview. That PA14 with the sea deck is beautiful!

[@KayakDIY]

Heath Martin I’m even jealous. He has a nice setup. Love his Hobie.

[@heathmartin]

KayakDIY I’m looking at setups on PA’s, which is how I found this video. Have to say, he has bar none the nicest one I’ve ever seen, really sick. You should do a video just going through his setup and mods.

[@dileepnaik1312]

Excellent product but must give link to prices.

[@KayakDIY]

*Links are in video description listed below the video.* You can also find details here: lddy.no/3lir

[@Soupcan13]

Wow! That was pretty cool! Crazy looking ray

[@KayakDIY]

Tons of them around here. This one had cool pattern. Rays are not bad eating. Wings are like scallops. They also use them for shark fishing. I usually just let them go though. I only keep what I can eat the same day. My wife doesn’t get eat much seafood.

[@jimfisk4923]

Wow that pro angler really was moving! That little motor has some serious power. Wonder what thrust it is equivalent to? 6.21mph on a Hobie PA is impressive! I like how you overlayed the speed. Is that something via gopro?

[@helicopterjohns]

In looking at the supplied link to the bixby Website it says the following low speed 1.3 MPH for 10 hours medium speed 2.5 MPH for 4.5 hours High Speed 4.5 MPH for 1.15 hours

[@KayakDIY]

I told Bixpy about my Hobie Pro Angler 14 speed results and they too were surprised, but we had two GPS speedometers running. One on fish finder and other via phone which has proven reliable. I filmed it with KPH as unit of measure because it is more accurate than MPH when using the phone app. So the Hobie PA14 with Bixpy I believe is definitely capable of higher speeds than advertised. As for runtime I get 5hrs running mixed speeds 1-5. The battery typically covers me for a day of kayak fishing. I don’t run speed 10 all the time.

[@KayakDIY]

Speed totally depends on the kayak hull that Bixpy is mounted to. I have achieved 7mph via my Viking Profish Reload Kayak.

[@gregorytucker9544]

Enjoyed video,would you share how you inserted the GPS information into the video? Thanks in advance.

[@williamsmith5521]

Maybe a small wind gererator on a windvane like a sailboat?

[@cory0702]

How long do they run? Thanks Sid

[@KayakDIY]

My fiend and I get around 7-10hrs in speeds 1-3.

[@larrywhalen127]

Thank you for posting this info, soon as I finish here I'm looking for one for my Two man Pelican kayak so I can use it for fishing with (no rotor in the right arm, so a little help couldn't hurt).

[@KayakDIY]

Happy to help. Lots of mounting options with Bixpy. Pretty much can fit any kayak. If you decide to buy a Bixpy consider using our channel’s link (in video description) since it will help fund us making more videos. Always feel free to ask questions. 🙂

[@MrGARCEZ1]

Olá moro no Brasil em Saquarema. Gostei muito desse kit quero comprará 1

[@KayakDIY]

🤷‍♂️

[@oscarambriz998]

So my question is, is the jet drive better for smaller body rivers?

[@richard9653]

good morning friend, I'm from Brazil what is the value of this engine?

[@KayakDIY]

Around $1100 usd. Link is in video description area.

[@PaulDanciu]

In what type oc kayaks will works ?How much time u can have energy with this battery?

[@KayakDIY]

*Fits nearly all kayaks and paddleboards.* lddy.no/3lir Motor has multiple mount options. Battery can achieve 10hrs+ of runtime in low setting. Runtime depends on kayak or paddleboard as well as speed setting used.

[@PaulDanciu]

@@KayakDIY thx bro!

[@toddhenkelmon1599]

Yeah, seagrass is always a problem with these small motors.. tangles suck always carry your regular fin just in case you get an area where there is a lot of it flooded around because if you don't you're kind of screwed especially on a paddleboard

[@chazzicili3244]

nice vid, how long does the battery last?

[@sandywinnnerman2156]

Looks cool in calm water. What happens when some yahoo comes flying by in a 35’ outboard at 35 mph?

[@KayakDIY]

You can now get out of his path quicker. It is a benefit to have it over not having it in that scenario. Also, a 35’ vessel at 35mph you should notice in advance. If you are in waters where you won’t be seen easily then you should be taking more measures to ensure they see and hear you.

[@sandywinnnerman2156]

@@KayakDIY they see me and couldn’t give a darn. The wakes can be quite severe.

[@kevink9397]

When they come up with a short-shaft model, I'll likely get one. The major purpose of a kayak is getting into skinny water. One encounter with a submerged log with this long shaft mounted on a 300+ lb Hobie PA14 at 2-4 mph will have you $$$tranded. Also, all the batteries that you see for these applications are rated in Ah. Bixpy rates their battery as 378 Wh. The conversion is 31.5 Ah. Why not advertise in a language their customers a familiar with? Love the concept. But I'll save my $1200 for a shorter version. Would REALLY love to see one with spot-lock.

[@jackasschicken5922]

Regarding Wh vs Ah: Amen! Ah is just so much more intuitive. 👍

[@not-pc6937]

My thoughts exactly- I fitted a water snake motor to my hobie with a drastically shortened shaft - worked a treat and still able to go through shallow water- this one is far to long and restricts the hobie

[@dad5650]

If you did this in NY, you would have to register it at DMV.

[@KayakDIY]

Dad most states have that requirement. Few places in the world don’t require registration unless it exceeds a certain thrust. Usually registration is cheap. Considering the enjoyment and fun of having a motor the registration is no big deal to me.

[@aljernas2022]

Thank you sir 🙏 for your kind information and guidance

[@jrscout1145]

Justin I would like ur opinion on the Bixpy motor. Bixpy is releasing a sonar pod version for the Bonafide line of kayaks. Which one do u think would perform better the rudder attachment or the pod version which is more toward the middle of the boat. The pod version will still require a rudder for steering. Thanks, I really enjoy your videos and u have the best logo out there.

[@KayakDIY]

Depends if you think you will go in the shallows. The pod won’t kick motor up if you hit shallows. The pod design did have a motor guard. Pod is really convenient mount design for taking on and off on days you don’t want to run motor or “anti theft”. You need a rudder no matter what for steering...or for Bixpy mounting. I liked the Bonafide pod design but I run consistently in deep enough water. You could easily pop Bixpy pod out if getting into shallow water. I will also consider paying you for Bixpy Bonafide Pod video footage if you get one. If you decide to buy “consider” supporting the channel by using this link: lddy.no/3lir

[@jrscout1145]

KayakDIY I just wasn’t sure if the Bixpy would perform better pushing from the stern or push/pull from the pod location. I’m also told that it will only stick out six inches from the bottom of the kayak.

[@KayakDIY]

It doesn’t stick very far below. Probably only 6in below the hull. The Hobie Bixpy Mount sticks further down below the hull because it has to in order to fit in all the Hobie pedal kayaks. The Bixpy for Bonafide pod will be really shallow draft. Definitely going to make for an awesome fishing kayak setup. Makes me want to buy a Bonafide. Makes the Bonafide incredibly versatile. Bixpy can run up to 10hrs and the new Bixpy kits have 12 speeds which will be great for freshwater trolling and saltwater. They added 2 speeds on the low end for freshwater trolling anglers.

[@jrscout1145]

KayakDIY Here’s some roll out dates . The Bonafide rudder will be out on the 20th, the Bixpy mount nearer the end of the month and my ss107 Fusion will be delivered in early October. It’s certainly good to be me😉. Even though we live in Florida I will have to rethink what shoes I’m goin to wear in the coming months. I wear Aleader’s now and it might not be the best shoe when the water temp changes but we will see.

[@robertbrunston5406]

Very cool! Looks like great fun! Thanks.

[@KayakDIY]

It is. That is the big reason I have made so many videos on it. I bought the SwimJet first which is my favorite. After raving about it and contacting the company they sponsored me with other mounts to play with and share with viewers. I didn’t just get everything free. I paid for the motor, but got mounts free to try due to having the channel. It is pricey, but all things considered I think they could charge more. Other motor kits are more money and a lot less versatile than Bixpy.

[@joelaw9820]

I have a P14 mirage drive and looking to buy this set up. I followed the link but I still don’t see the other parts in ur video could u please send me a link for what I need for the P14 thank you

[@KayakDIY]

*You will need the Bixpy Outboard kit and this Hobie Thru-hull adapter:* lddy.no/14y09 This motor and adapter kit will then fit Hobie & multiple brands of kayaks that use the fin style pedal drives. 😎👍

[@joelaw9820]

@@KayakDIY thank you so much will place the order with confidence now 🎣🎣🎣🎣

[@MichelWaldhof]

Great video! Keep it up guys

[@MaxPower-11]

Cool. You should probably thread the strap through the battery handles.

[@KayakDIY]

*The battery actually floats and is waterproof!* Although that isn’t a bad idea to help secure it to the deck. 🙂👍

[@railroadtrash09]

Nice video. I can see disaster looming for those who traverse murky water, however. Sorry if I'm a negative Nancy.

[@KayakDIY]

For that they have a few stern mount options that kick up when hitting obstacles. 😊🤙

[@pitchkapizda8355]

Amazing we’re can I get one from

[@KayakDIY]

*BIXPY MOTOR WEBSITE:* lddy.no/3lir

[@Madnais78]

If I use this on my kayak in California would I have to register it?

[@KayakDIY]

More than likely. It is easy and cheap to register. Take the kayak’s manufacturers certificate of origin to your registration office. If you don’t have one ask the kayak manufacturer for one. They will need kayak hull serial number. Super simple process in most states. I think it is worth it.

[@Madnais78]

@@KayakDIY great thanks! Great video, I never knew these existed! Be safe and be blessed!

[@Lowegy]

Very nice. I like this setup because it's light but powerful. I'm considering one. How much amp does this motor actually pull at low, med and high speed? Would be interesting to know compared to the nominal amp rating. Thx

[@KayakDIY]

Not sure but 7-10hrs on low speeds is reported. 75min on constant highest speed.

[@Lowegy]

KayakDIY thank you. That's a decent run time

[@surfboardshack3327]

Any idea how it performs against the wind? Say 5-10 kts

[@79digit79]

Nice would this work in a lighting strike kayak

[@KayakDIY]

Yes. I have a Lightning Kayak and used Bixpy on it via that mount. lddy.no/3lir

[@Carl001M]

I just bought one for my Hobbie PA12 how's your friend liking it ?

[@KayakDIY]

He seems to love it. Him and his kids go out a lot with it. I just got one for my Lightning Strike HD pedal kayak....it uses the same mount. I really enjoy the simplicity of installing it and removing when not needed. I like how lightweight it is. I definitely am able to explore a lot more areas that were out of reach before.

[@Carl001M]

@@KayakDIY Thanks ,It's because of this video I decided to buy one ......Appreciate it

[@anthonygrijalva5156]

Mount it to the rudder at least if you hit something it kicks up. Plus the motor wouldn't be so deep

[@jsimo1431]

thank you for making this video. i think i'm gonna go with the isup configuration. never even knew this existed. perfect for fishing by me. THANK YOU!!!

[@KayakDIY]

No problem. Happy to help. Paddle Board Motor Mounts Are Here: lddy.no/8vsp Then Select "Bixpy SUP Adapter - Standard Fin Box" or other fin if you have a different style board. My iSUP used the standard fin box.

[@ScarabChris]

Pretty neat but why does it need to go so deep? Should be so the motor housing is right on the bottom of the hull.

[@KayakDIY]

Then the motor wouldn’t fit as many kayaks. That was determined to be the shortest shaft length for fitting the most kayaks.

[@meggi8606]

How much speed it catch? 🙃

[@scottrose5922]

What exactly is the model of your Hobie? Thank you

[@kaestongchannel9221]

wow ...its beautiful that is what i amlooking for..but i think its so expensive....iam.just a simple.fisherman here in our province....i think its good to put in business here in the philippines....

[@biffbinford8767]

I was going to go with this same set up, and then I found out I could buy a used bass boat for $500 less than this set up.

[@lexwaldez]

LOL that's true. But you can't paddle or pedal a bass boat for fun. Still you're logic can't be argued with if you're just out to save $$$. Well said.

[@winkler323]

You are missing the point of kayaks then, it is a completely different experience.

[@artlife6210]

sure kayaks are a specific experience...shallow water capabilities and affordable fun...this eliminates both

[@marcushennings9513]

Yeah I don't want another motor or batteries to maintain so I'll try these pedal kayaks

[@erricevans4870]

That makes sense,saving money,and getting more.

[@topoff33]

Great video guys!! I loved the loaded out Hobie. The Bixby topped it off!

[@CaptainSloose]

I’ll keep my hobie pedals thanks. That thing sticking down so low is a liability and a hull crack waiting to happen. There’s no reason it needs to be that deep.

[@KayakDIY]

I will bring up the concern to Bixpy. I never found it to be an issue, but I don’t stay in skinny water much.

[@hunter815]

Would be enough for a slowly Jon boat?

[@KayakDIY]

I would think so. I plan to use it in my 14ft fiberglass boat and test it. I think it is roughly 34lbs of thrust.

[@L8terdays]

I didn't know I wanted one of these. I know what I'm asking Santa for...er...yeah Santa. Way cool! Thanks for the information.

[@NoName-rg3np]

Can it be flipped around so you can go in reverse and troll?

[@monofontana1]

How nice to have Jimmy Diresta to assemble the kayak turbine, hahaha

[@ridermak4111]

Very cool, but the Hobie drive needs to be tucked up next to the hull. Hanging that low is crazy.

[@KayakDIY]

You aren’t alone in that concern. I will be bringing that concern up to Bixpy. Until then, any one remotely handy could shorten that shaft and make it draft a lot less. Just need a pipe tubing cutter. I did a video on shortening trolling motor shafts. This would be even easier.

[@pbat118]

How long do u batterry setup last ? I seen a great dealt drill efoil setup but his 3hr batteries only lasted half hour flat out

[@KayakDIY]

I get 4 hours minimum usually but as high as 7hrs running lower speeds. It could get 10hours if I stayed in lowest speed but where is the fun in that!

[@chrisfloyd8512]

Now you have to register it as a power boat and put all the power boat safety gear on it.

[@b4goutdoors861]

But why they make the prop shaft so long? Would be more versatile if they offered a shorter one

[@donnaskin]

Please do a video on your friends Hobie PA14. I personally am interested in the mods he did to it. I'm really thinking about getting that same type of setup.

[@KayakDIY]

The Hobie fish finder install video I did is also on his kayak. However, I will keep that in mind and maybe do a bow to stern walkthrough of his kayak. I will likely be doing a video on his trailer setup too in near future. He also enjoys diving and spearfishing so hoping he can show me that.

[@andywatters5908]

Liked your hobie cassette watersnake setup better, it's a lot cheaper and doesn't hang down as much in the water,,just my thought.

[@KayakDIY]

The wireless remote and lightweight battery with Aux output for fishfinder are worth the extra cost to me. I’m 24/7 on the water so the added benefits that Bixpy offers is worth it to me. I honestly am not sure how they charge as little as they do. Lithium battery, R&D, wireless remote, and paying employees isn’t cheap. For $1000 I would say it is pretty good deal. The Watersnake mod did pretty well...it just isn’t quite as efficient,fast, and convenient.

[@Dose1098]

Thanks for the vid! BTW dielectric grease is an insulator and should never be applied directly onto terminals like that, only the connection body surround itself...

[@831Adventures]

I have a 2021 hobie outback, does the adapter works?

[@curtissorg4687]

Isn't there a way to adjust the motor closer to the haul?

[@allennix1052]

Be cool to hook Solo power to it with an inverter .

[@KayakDIY]

I agree. Would need pretty large panel though. Not sure folks would take that large of panel along on their kayaks. The Bixpy PP-166 battery has that solar charging capability but it isn’t compatible with their motor system. The Bixpy PP-166 is used just for powering other 12v and 5v accessories.

[@tasty_boy1905]

So now you have to register your kayak because you put on an electric motor?

[@KayakDIY]

Depending on the location you reside. Not all waters require registration.

[@duk-roy4795]

Is there a solar powered charger ?

[@mickcarson8504]

Excellent! Do you think I can use that for an inflatable Kayak?

[@SaltyMcBoatFace]

would it not be cheaper to just buy a normal boat? these seem pointless for the money

[@KayakDIY]

Yes at times it would. It isn’t for everyone. Not everyone has room for a boat and boats typically are money pits. I know...I own one. Haha.

[@SaltyMcBoatFace]

i can relate i own a sailing boat haha , we have a saying in the uk about boat ownership , " if you want to know what its like stand under a cold shower & tear up money " XD @@KayakDIY

[@aurorasfamilyproductions8484]

It’s way cheaper than boats. Even little bay skiffs are a couple grand and even the motors are a grand for some of the smallest ones. I’m looking for fishing boats but gave up with the price I already got my outback..

[@Tycket]

Or attach an electric trolling motor.

[@mattytheapplianceguy3973]

@@SaltyMcBoatFace boat is an acronym for..bust out another thousand

[@3DpastorDOTblogspot]

You have a GPS overlay towards the end of the video. What GPS are you using? Curious / looking for an on water GPS myself. Thanks.

[@KayakDIY]

I was using a gps app. I think called Vidometer. We had it on a hat mount. Only problem is we didn’t get the camera always pointed where it needed to be. We typically use gopros for filming not phones. Gopros have wider field of view. So the phone didn’t work well for filming, but it captured gps speed. Live and learn as they say.

[@Like0Butter]

I don't know how I stumbled on your video but I recognize that waterway. Very cool. I've tried starting a youtube channel reviewing local boat ramps but I don't know. Haven't put much effort into it. I'm more of a pleasure boater but I'd like to start a fishing channel. Only problem is I don't know a damn thing about fishing. LOL

[@DNMEBOY]

Albert Villacampa Takes many hours of research online and even more actually trying to fish. I’ve been fishing for 3 years and it really only picked up for me this year. I still don’t feel like I know enough to start a channel. I jus keep teaching myself different ways to fish.

[@laurentiucristianstefan918]

Hi, I want a link for the boat, it's great

[@KayakDIY]

Hobie Pro Angler 14 can be ordered online here. This is one of the largest online dealers. bit.ly/HobiePA14

[@laurentiucristianstefan918]

@@KayakDIY Thank you

[@leslyons2723]

Hi can you tell how much that set it too buy and were from cheer

[@fobguy714]

so do you need to register your yak ?

[@xarrow81]

Any follow up videos?

[@KayakDIY]

I have more videos on this mount. I’m using it on my Lightning Strike HD Kayak! I will be editing those videos soon. Just been busy with my other job as a nurse. We have a lot of COVID-19 patients in our hospital. I’ve been working overtime and networking with kayak manufacturers who are now making face shields to protect health care workers. Please have some patience at this time and I will definitely get videos out. I’m sorry....

[@xarrow81]

@@KayakDIY thank you for what you do, hurry up ! I work in retail lol I'm going to be screwed

[@crzysiyetpnoi]

Cool! But i thot dielectric grease meant non conducting?

[@danekeller3356]

Informative video!👍