kLite 750

The ePropulsion kLite 750 is a lightweight electric motor for fishing and recreational kayaks. The rudder-shaped unit combines motor and a 378 Wh battery in one 6.5 kg (14.3 lb) package and can operate in water as shallow as 7 in (18 cm).

Key features

• Three power modes on one throttle: Go Mode (500 W continuous), Fish Mode (0–200 W fine low-speed control) and Boost Mode (750 W, available above 50% battery charge)
• Soft-Lock spring-tensioned reverse with up to 300 W
• 10.9 in (276 mm) shaft adjustment range on an adjustable mounting track
• Rubber boot on the leading edge to absorb impacts with rocks, logs and oyster beds
• Rudder shape provides steering even with throttle off; adjustable steering line points
• Separate sun-shaded color monitor (wattage, range, battery level) and low-profile throttle, mountable on standard kayak accessory tracks
• IP67 motor and battery, suitable for fresh and salt water
• Optional range extension kit to recharge from a third-party battery on the water

Technical data

• Nominal power: 500 W; maximum (Boost): 750 W
• Battery: integrated 378 Wh, 25.2 Vdc lithium-ion; 800 cycles at 80% SoH
• Input voltage range: 19.3–29.4 Vdc
• Charger: 100–240 V AC included, 12 V optional; approx. 4 h full recharge
• Rated RPM: 1450–1800; natural cooling
• Trim angles: 0°, 8°, 16°, 24°, 32°; tilt 70°; steering ±70°
• Dimensions: 309 x 300 x 895 mm (without bracket clamp)
• Weight: motor 6.5 kg (14.3 lb), mount 2.3 kg (5.1 lb)
• Operating temperature: -5 to 55°C

Performance (integrated battery)

• 2 mph at 19 W: about 19:54 h, 40 mi
• 4 mph at 133 W: about 2:48 h, 11 mi
• With optional 691 Wh extension (1069 Wh total), range at 2 mph rises to about 113 mi

Included

Motor with integrated battery, motor mount, charger, lift cord cleat and handle, track-mounted throttle, color display with sun shade, magnetic kill switch and spare magnet. Options include a foot control steering kit, throttle mounting plate and spare propeller.