{"product_id":"newport-kayak-transom-motor-mount","title":"Newport Transom Motor Mount for Kayaks","description":"\u003ch1\u003eCover More Water with Motor Power from the Stern\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSpend less of your fishing day paddling between spots and more of it working the water you came to fish. The \u003cstrong\u003eNewport Transom Motor Mount\u003c\/strong\u003e gives a compatible fishing kayak a dedicated stern mounting point for a standard transom motor, helping you build motor propulsion into your kayak without relying on an improvised mounting solution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBuild a More Capable Motorized Fishing Kayak\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type:none;padding-left:0;margin:10px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e✅ Add motor propulsion to a compatible kayak so you can spend less effort paddling between fishing areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e✅ Create a dedicated stern mounting point instead of improvising a transom for your motor\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e✅ Mount a standard transom motor at the stern for a clean, purpose-built propulsion setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e✅ Keep the motor centered behind the kayak rather than giving up cockpit or gear-track space to a side-mounted solution\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e✅ Build around a replaceable motor-clamping surface so the transom plates can be replaced separately when needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e✅ Set up your compatible kayak for motor use whether your fishing takes you into freshwater or saltwater\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto;-webkit-overflow-scrolling:touch;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpec\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Horsepower Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 HP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBolt Pattern\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.75\" x 4.75\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConstruction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeavy-gauge aluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGloss black powder coat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTransom Plates\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRemovable and replaceable polymer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLocking Feature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAluminum locking lip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFreshwater and saltwater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eReal-World Performance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith motor power available at the stern, you can use less of your own energy getting from the launch to productive water, moving between fishing areas, or working your way back at the end of the trip. The centered stern location also keeps the motor behind you, leaving the cockpit available for the rods, electronics, and tackle you need while fishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eMake Motor Power Part of Your Kayak Fishing Setup\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf adding propulsion is the next step for your compatible fishing kayak, this mount gives your stern the dedicated foundation needed to build around a standard transom motor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"position:relative;padding-bottom:56.25%;height:0;overflow:hidden;margin:16px 0 4px;background:#000;border-radius:8px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/jBzDyb4SAG4\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;border:0;\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen\" allowfullscreen loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions About the Newport Transom Motor Mount\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .faq-accordion--pescador details { margin:0; border-bottom:1px solid #e5e7eb; }\n  .faq-accordion--pescador details:first-of-type { border-top:1px solid #e5e7eb; }\n  .faq-accordion--pescador summary {\n    padding:14px 0; font-weight:600; cursor:pointer; list-style:none; outline:none;\n  }\n  .faq-accordion--pescador summary::-webkit-details-marker { display:none; }\n  .faq-accordion--pescador summary::marker { content:\"\"; }\n  .faq-accordion--pescador p { margin:10px 0 16px; }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-accordion--pescador\"\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWill the Newport Transom Motor Mount fit my kayak?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eNewport specifies the mount for kayaks with a flat mounting surface and a 3.75\" x 4.75\" bolt pattern. Confirm both requirements on your exact kayak before installation rather than assuming compatibility based on kayak brand alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat type of motor is this mount designed to hold?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe mount creates a transom surface for standard transom-mounted motors and has a maximum rating of 3 horsepower. Your motor must also be appropriate for your kayak and complete mounting configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eCan I use this kayak motor mount in saltwater?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes. Newport specifies the mount for both freshwater and saltwater use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eHow should I choose a trolling motor shaft length with this mount?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eChoose shaft length based on the motor's position after the mount is installed and its relationship to the kayak's waterline. Match the motor and shaft length to the completed kayak-and-mount configuration rather than selecting from the kayak alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Newport Wholesale","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48603711439066,"sku":"20A1000065","price":119.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0446\/9732\/1627\/files\/Newport_Transom_Mount_Product_Images_-_3_1.jpg?v=1789448799","url":"https:\/\/pescadorfishing.com\/products\/newport-kayak-transom-motor-mount","provider":"Pescador Fishing Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}