Motorized Kayak - Universal Rudder Mount Kit

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Metal Gudgeon Mounts
Hand Steering System
Universal Rudder Mount
Bixpy Motor & Battery Kit
In this video you will see me customize a regular basic sit inside kayak. I will add a universal rudder mount, steering system, and powerful electric motor jet drive. This motor was designed to work with a wide assortment of mounts. It fits kayaks, paddle boards, and even handheld for scuba. Simply get the motor and buy the mount that fits your needs! I love this system! The motor turns off if you fall overboard since it is equipped with a magnetic lanyard kill switch. The lithium battery and wrist remote even float!
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[@techzombiechannel]

Impressive, really shocked how fast that kayak was propelled. That mount is sick. I like how the rudder slides within itself. Could use that gudgeon mount regardless for even a regular rudder.

[@KayakDIY]

The rudder is definitely cool. Caught my eye immediately at Surf Expo 2018. It is very smooth to operate. I own several mounts. I keep thinking I have found my favorite mount then they come out with another I like even more! Can't go wrong with this company. Phenomenal product. Easy setup, affordable parts that are easy to get if you ever break something like a propeller or really anything. Well worth the money. Less money than competitor products in the motorized kayak world.

[@teachitandlearnit]

WOW! That yak really moves. You even created a pretty substantial wake behind you.

[@KayakDIY]

It shocked me how fast it moved. I felt almost like I had a gas outboard on back...not a little electric motor. That little 10ft kayak really hauled!

[@blakehurst8695]

Love the video justin, fixing to start putting a little back every week to get one, was waiting to see if it was compatible with most kayaks ,looked real easy to pull up out the water with the rope and loved how easy it was to install

[@jamescordell3969]

Killer video. Like the new mount. I like how you can pull it up out of the water for beach launch/land. Never seen a rudder design like that. very cool.

[@KayakDIY]

It is a very convenient design and easy to operate. The motor can be lifted out of water and dropped back in via this genius rudder design. Really enjoying it.

[@TheUrbanHousewife16]

Thank you so much for this. This has to be the best motor mount video I have seen(I have watched so many). Straight forward and a newbie like myself can follow the directions.

[@stethoscopeandscrubs]

I got to get one of these! That is the cleanest install I have seen.

[@KayakDIY]

I agree. That is what I love about this company. No bulky mounts....just clean lines and simple setup.

[@Lowegy]

That's a very clean diy universal mount. I like the rudder kit with the controls. Looks like a light kit and setup. Nice video

[@KayakDIY]

Total weight is around 9 to 10lbs. That includes the motor, battery, and universal rudder mount. They make foot steering and hand steering kits. When I mount it on my inflatable paddleboard the total weight of the board and motor was only 32lbs total! I freaking love this little motor. Small in size but big in business.

[@curtisg.8671]

That Bixpy is so versatile.

[@KayakDIY]

I first bought the swimjet scuba edition handheld Bixpy about a year ago or so. I fell in love with that setup and was impressed with the battery life and power. I then got a kit for my Viking ProFish Reload Kayak. Since then I have maybe 4 of their mounts. This one and the Paddleboard fin mount are my favorites for paddlecrafts. I love how easily this rudder mount lifts out of the water via uphaul cord for transport/launches/beaching. The hand steering is fun to play with as well. I'm split between the hand steering and foot steering option. Not sure which i like better. Bixpy is by far the most fun watersports product I have owned....that is the big reason why you have likely seen several videos on it via my channel. I used to use homemade trolling motors setups, but they were bulky/heavy and got a bit annoying to transport. It is pricey, but it is the best all around motor solution out in my opinion. Less money than Torqeedo and Scubajet too. Anyway....thanks for stopping by the channel. Have few more videos (non-Bixpy related) coming soon. :)

[@sailingandiamoamerica6214]

I got a really small seat-in and made a Frankenstein from it.. the project was pretty cool 😎

[@jimfisk4923]

Great vid! Looks like they have a Black Friday deal still going on for free adapter with purchase of motor/battery kit. Might be my Christmas present to myself. LOL Bet it would fly with my longer touring kayaks.

[@KayakDIY]

*SHOP BIXPY WEBSITE:* Bixpy.com/KayakDIY *BELOW ARE THE BIXPY PARTS LIST FOR THIS BUILD* Metal Gudgeon Mounts Hand Steering System Universal Rudder Mount Bixpy Motor & Battery Kit

[@blakehurst8695]

How far are you from the peace river

[@KayakDIY]

Blake Hurst maybe 1hr drive tops. I’m in Cape Coral. I fossil hunt the Peace River with a friend occasionally. He has found megladon teeth and mammoth tusk fossils.

[@blakehurst8695]

Was down with rob and brad from rockadock a cupple of weekends ago found couple fossils

[@blakehurst8695]

Would you want to be part of the peace river warrior challenge in march

[@KayakDIY]

Blake Hurst don’t know much about it but sounds fun. Send me some links with details. Do you have me friended on Facebook? Can’t remember. I’ll give you my cell # via FB messenger.

[@maro6913]

Great video that was well made and very informative. Love the shot at the beginning and end with the speed test in the kayak. The music however was a bit much. Of course because of the music being likely without restrictions and free to use, it isn't gonna be the best music out there and a chart topper. I understand that. But the specific choice from the start when you pulled up the garage door was pretty repetitive overall and it just kept going. Maybe switch songs more often? Just a suggestion. Oh and also the volume was balanced much louder than your spoken parts, and I'm not even sure how anyone would edit that but just thought I'd give you a heads up as to how I experienced it. Overall great video 👍🏻

[@KayakDIY]

Even 1-2 years later I read posts and try to take to heart constructive criticism. I have learned to tone down the music a bit and make it truly background music. Only use music for Timelapse's and drone shots.

[@dgriffin6074]

Looks like a good idea but the video frame rate was too fast (there may be a way to slow it down, I'm not sure), and the music was distracting. Also for the price of the Bixpy battery and motor kit you can buy a Pelican Bass raider AND a trolling motor.

[@KayakDIY]

Bass Raider is heavy and won’t go as far or as fast. This was super efficient, lightweight, easy to transport, and fast!

[@myadventureoutdoors]

Gotta say that was a cool project. Have you adapted the Bixpy to a Hobie Outback yet?

[@KayakDIY]

Adventure Outdoors no but they have a few Hobie specific mounts that I have seen which seem to perform very well. The new Outback can use the Bixpy Slipstream Mount via power pole stern mount. Buddy Aliex used it on his 2019 Outback and seems to love it.

[@mickaelcohen6152]

KayakDIY horrible music

[@itz_tylur]

Soooo you have to put a lil work into it. It seems worth it.

[@ozzie3056]

That bixpy flies on that kayak. Did you ever measure the mph? Ive used mine a few times and it doesnt go as fast but then again I have a tandem usually with 2 people and Ill tow a friend lol. I love it. Its a great investment.

[@KayakDIY]

It was 6mph+. I don’t recall exact but I was reaching 6.x mph. Bixpy on that kayak was a freaking blast. Felt like I was in a water go-cart! I buzzed all over our canal system.

[@ChristianLanctot]

Which Tandem do you have? I want to install a bixpy on a tandem so I'm shopping for good candidates.

[@ozzie3056]

@@ChristianLanctot I have a vibe yellowfin130t. Its a tandem that can be converted to solo. Its a excellent kayak. Everything on backorder i waited 1 month for mine. My brother in law order one a month ago. They told him might be another month. Another great kayak that also converts to tandem is crescent crew. That one set up for a trolling motor

[@Ryotenian7826]

Yes but, do i need license and registration crap for that, it seems cool, may buy it and install in case i drop my paddle by accident

[@jerry-381]

Thanks for the video. How is the steering compared to other steering systems on pedal kayaks? I have a Pescador Pilot 12 and the steering is horrible! Possibly looking to change out the steering system with a system that is much easier to use.

[@KayakDIY]

Jerry Krabe it is ok but I wouldn’t swap it for the Bixpy one. Have you made sure to tighten steering lines? The Bixpy hand held steering mechanism has a click ratchet like feel which helps hold the powerful motor in place you set. Thus, it might not be ideal for every kayak situation. It is designed to hold steering position despite the high thrust of the motor. Not sure if that makes sense...

[@jerry-381]

@@KayakDIY yep makes sense. Yeah I've checked it out pretty throughouly. I actually reached out to Perception and after exchanging a lit of pics, videos and information they're actually going to warranty my boat. Thanks for the info tho! Hope you and your family are doing well.

[@fishnmusicn]

Cool video I may consider doing this on my Old Town Trip Angler DLX. I already have the Bixpy on my bigger sit on top and I want to go lighter. Do you think it would work on the Old Town? Thanks!

[@fishnmusicn]

Another question if you get this comment. Is it possible once installed that you can remove part of the rudder with the motor attached for storage of the kayak, or do you have to take the motor itself off each time. Thanks Justin :)

[@kellychase1069]

could I hire you to do this to my 14.5' Carolina Perception kayak?

[@KayakDIY]

Do you live close to Cape Coral, FL?

[@TomyTekOutdoors]

That's looks like a fun project. I might have to do something like this. How was turning with the Bixpy steering?

[@KayakDIY]

Turns great. Can get a pretty sharp turn radius. Bixpy makes a hand steering kit and a foot pedal steering kit. You can also typically rig it to work with OEM factory pedals if your kayak has them. I absolutely love the universal rudder kit though. That sliding up-haul feature is slick. I like how the rudder slides up into itself and lifts the motor out of the water. Yet, when the rudder is in the water the reverse propulsion doesn't lift the rudder out of the water....it stays locked. Definitely a cool design.

[@jasonstrom9283]

U still happy with the bixpy setup ?

[@KayakDIY]

Year late on reply… Yes, I am very happy with Bixpy even still. I just got the new J-2 model. My J-1 model still works great so it is being sold to my friend. bixpy.com/?aff=9

[@lindaevr]

...so if i bring my kayak to you, will you install it for me?????

[@KayakDIY]

Do you live in Fort Myers/Cape Coral area? Just curious.

[@brooksdart]

Do you have a report two years later about how it lasted over time?

[@KayakDIY]

I still use the same Bixpy. No issues. I only have one and I switch it between multiple crafts. Most recently using on iSUP.

[@brooksdart]

@@KayakDIY great thanks for the info, bought mine yesterday.

[@LarryTalbot_1313]

WOW!

[@moet1114]

What’s the background music at the start?

[@KayakDIY]

Just some copyright free music from KZbin audio library. I don’t have the Final Cut Pro project folder anymore so I myself am having trouble remembering what one it is.

[@trungnguyen-lv3bq]

do you have to register with DMV after installed the motor ?

[@KayakDIY]

Most states you need to register any floating craft with a motor. To register a kayak you need to get the Manufacturer’s Certificate Of Origin. Any manufacturer of kayak can send you one if you provide them with the hull ID number usually stamped on the stern. Provide this certificate to DMV at time of registration. Registering a kayak is cheap and pretty easy.

[@420edu8]

I'm looking for two of the same electric trolling motor, and try hooking up dually power , with steering wheel, or a single front trolling motor powered, with steering wheel? Don't know how the hill turn out but I got two kyaks, so we will sed

[@FishingwithCristina]

wow I wish I had one on my kayak but unfortunately I can't afford it

[@KayakDIY]

They aren’t cheap but they are cheaper than Torqeedo and few other brands that make kayak motor kits. I simply like how versatile they are. I like that I can use the same motor for scuba diving, my kayak, and my paddleboards.

[@devins1195]

How has that motor performed as far as fouling?

[@KayakDIY]

The motor has had zero issues. No saltwater corrosion. No malfunctions. I rinse it off if I remember, but that is infrequent. If you live in a super high weedy area they recently came up with a “better” weed guard. All parts for the motor are super affordable and reasonably priced in my opinion.

[@devins1195]

Thanks for the reply

[@Crussman499]

Are evoke kayaks good?

[@KayakDIY]

Actually evoke kayaks I have seen and tested have been made very well and felt VERY durable. I was really impressed with this kayak. The quality to me is right up there with the best. I would rate Old Town as gold standard 10/10 for quality build. Evoke and Lightning Kayaks are 9/10. I actually would put Hobie 8-9/10. Nucanoe I would rate 8/10. FeelFree I would rate 6/10. Native I would rate 9/10. Ocean kayak would be 9.5/10. Bonafide would be 9/10. Pelican would be 5/10. Brooklyn Kayak company 4/10. Ascend would be 4/10. Lifetime would be 3/10. Uncharted Watercraft would be 2/10. I’m still deciding what the worst of all time kayak would be.

[@Crussman499]

@@KayakDIY I'm still looking for something lightweight but paddles and fishes great. I have a Crescent Crew and it is built like a tank. Just gets heavy to transport sometimes.

[@Chris_at_Home]

How many pounds of thrust does this out out. I have an Aire Traveler inflatable canoe that I’m going to make a frame for something like this. Most small units like this have way more power than I need.

[@sidalievabriceno3246]

Great

[@YakJones]

Sick thanks

[@yepblaze9977]

hey, ya ever drop a screw in the grass and try to find it?

[@KayakDIY]

Yes, many times. So I screwed multiple long magnets to a board with a rope. I then drag it across grass and can find them quick. I learned that trick from a roofing company.

[@dougpike8521]

Nice setup! However looking at prices for each of the components, it will cost you $271.99 plus tax & shipping, and that's just the kit you installed (less motor kit). I like the Bixpy Motor, it has many applications. I don't have the "coin" for the motor setup. Maybe you can ask them if they would donate a few (2-3) so you could have a "Give-away" from your channel (hint, hint)??

[@KayakDIY]

The more people share these videos and promote them the more opportunities I have to do things like that. I definitely could do a few giveaways if these Bixpy related videos get more views. If viewers help me share the videos I think we could easily see several giveaways next year. Just comes down to video views.

[@jamescordell3969]

@@KayakDIY Definitely sharing! Cool vid.

[@millerslanding2310]

:)

[@xxterpzxx581]

That's like 1000 dollars for a prop. You COIKD OF SAID THAT AT THE START GUY

[@KayakDIY]

Yes I could have. You could have had the common knowledge to know that any lightweight lithium based motor with wireless remote isn’t going to be at Walmart in clearance isle. This motor is sealed unlike trolling motors which can become junk if you flip your kayak. This battery floats. This motor kit has a wireless speed controller. Not sure what price you thought it would be. We live in a world where phones cost $1000+ and a tiny GoPro is $400. This motor kit has way more to it and you are surprised it costs $1000?

[@mickaelcohen6152]

Horrible music for GID sake feels like hammer on my head

[@KayakDIY]

That was the feel I was going for. Thanks!

[@millerslanding2310]

:)