1. ASP Library
  2. Tools and Training Materials (PowerPoints/Handouts)
  3. Training Materials (PowerPoints/Handouts)

Hands-on Training Syllabus - 2024 New Products

Updated

See Retail Price List for full List of Product Line.

Jump to:

Naming Conventions

Software (OBN App Etc):

Graphics User Interface (GUI) Device Names
New Device Name Description
Minn Kota Controller 4.0 4.0 (Advanced GPS) Controller
Minn Kota Remote 4.0 4.0 (Advanced GPS) Remote
Ultrex 1.5 Ultrex 1.5 (BM) Motor Controller
Ultrex 2.0 Ultrex 2.0 (QUEST) Motor Controller
Ulterra 2.0 Ulterra 2.0 (QUEST) Motor Controller
Instinct 1.0 Instinct 1.0 (QUEST) Motor Controller
PowerDrive 3.5 PowerDrive 3.5 (BM) Motor Controller
Terrova 2.5 Terrova 2.5 (BM) Motor Controller
Terrova 3.0 Terrova 3.0 (QUEST) Motor Controller

Serial Number Tags/Product Descriptions:

Motor Naming Abbreviations (JDE/Serial Number Tag)
DSC Dual Spectrum CHIRP MR Micro Remote Included
MDI MEGA Down Imaging BLK Black Saltwater
MSI MEGA Side Imaging C Carbon Shaft
WR Wireless Remote Included FP Foot Pedal Control Only
Other Common Abbreviations
BM Permanent Magnet Brushed DC Motor 4.0 Adv. GPS Nav (IP 4.0)
BL Brushless DC Motor    

Simplify Product Offering:

  • Streamline product lines, make it easier for consumers to choose the right product for them
  • Leverage Humminbird/Minn Kota Brand Connectivity.
    • New motors include all Humminbird Adapters in box
    • i-Pilot is eliminated, everything connects.
    • Fewer hand held remote offerings
    • Single Mobile App for all products from both brands

Product Features/Options:

  • Built In Sonar
    All Sonar equipped motors will have the Apex/Solix connector as the terminal connector coming off of the motor.
    • Dual Spectrum Chirp Replaces US2 as 2D Sonar option
      • Humminbird CHIRP (Compressed High Intensity Radar Pulse) Transducer
      • Better Target Separation, Clearer Fish Arches, Less Interference/Noise
      • Direct Connection to Apex/Solix, Helix Connector In box (MKR-MI-1)
        • Lowrance and Garmin Adapters offered, no qualification of competitor units.
    • Mega Down Imaging Optional on Brushed Motors
      • Direct Connection to Apex/Solix, Helix Connectors in box (MKR-MI-1 & MKR-MDI-2)
    • Mega Side Imaging Optional on Quest Motors.
      • Direct Connection to Apex/Solix, Helix Connector In box (MKR-MI-1)
  • Remotes CoPilot, Micro Remote, i-Pilot Remote, and i-Pilot Link remote consolidated to Micro Remote and Wireless Remote.
  • App Offering Humminbird Fish Smart App, Minn Kota Talon, Raptor, and Advanced GPS Control all in one App, the One Boat Network App.

    In addition to consolidating into one app, the OBN App has full motor control i-Pilot and i-Pilot Link apps will continue in app stores for existing motors. Raptor and Talon Apps are no longer offered, all Talon, Raptor and new motor controls and updates are supported in the OBN app only. Humminbird Fish Smart Features including mapping and unit updates are included in the OBN App
  • New Navigation Features Dodge Mode, Improved Follow the Contour, and Follow Shore line Added. Headline new feature is “Drift Mode”.

    When Drift Mode is engaged the user sets speed and direction. The motor then maintains speed in the selected direction, even if that means pointing into the wind/current to slow the boat down to the desired speed in the direction of intended travel.

QUEST

Ultrex, Terrova, Ulterra, an RT Instinct Quest Motors are an extension of the Minn Kota Product
Line. This new platform will live alongside existing motors and will utilize brushless motor design
and be a platform for new technology development.

Physical Attributes

  • QUEST motors are re-engineered from the ground up
  • Larger & stronger mount to accommodate extra thrust and torque
  • Carbon Fiber shafts for enhanced durability
  • New propellers ensure peak performance and power efficiency
  • New lift-assist assembly (Ultrex) to make getting the motor in and out of the water effortless

Technology Attributes

  • New motor controller and software changes have made it the most power-efficient motor on
    the market
  • New battery monitoring system for real-time monitoring of power and automatic power
    saving mode when batteries reach 20% charge
  • Motor and software designs have made QUEST the most powerful line of trolling motors
    ever
  • Includes new updated GPS system adding features and accuracy

Principles Of Brushless Motors

Electromagnetism And Electric Motors

    • An iron bar with wire wrapped around it will act as a magnet while electric current is flowing through the wire.
    • The North and South Pole of this magnet is defined by the direction of the current.
    • Like Magnetic poles repel each other, opposite magnetic poles attract each other.
    • Switching the current in an electromagnet that is in the proximity of another magnet causes
      motion.
    • This is the basis for basis of any electric motor.

Permanent Magnet Brushed Motors

The “Permanent Magnet” in a Brushed DC Motor:

  • The Center Section is Permanently Magnetized.
  • This Creates a static Magnetic Field that the Electromagnet of the Armature will Act against.

Commutation:

  • The Brushes Contacting the Commutator send current through a set of windings causing the Armature to become an Electromagnet
  • The Armature moves due to the Magnetic Force
  • The brushes contact with commutator changes direction of current in the armature windings maintaining magnetic fields in the proper polarity and position to continue movement.

The higher the voltage at the brushes the faster the motor spins. Speed control is a matter of
reducing the voltage at the brushes.

Minn Kota uses 2 methods of voltage reduction for speed control, resistive coils in the 5 speed
motors and pulse width modulation in the Maximizer equipped/variable speed motors.

Brushless Motors

  • Brushless motors are essentially inside out brushed motors.
  • The Rotor replaces the Armature and is permanently Magnetized.
  • Stators are electromagnets in the motor center section
  • The controller senses rotor position and “fires” stators based on desired operating speed.
  •  The rotor can be a more powerful magnet, making the motor more efficient.
  • Direct speed control by the Inverter (“Controller in the diagram”) allows the same motor to be safely operated at full speed at different voltages.
  • “Noise” both audible and electronic are more controllable.
  • More expensive to produce and service.

Key Points Of Differentiation

  1. Motor Longevity: Less contacting parts = less friction and wear = longer life
  2. Efficiency: Battery power is utilized more efficiently = longer run time on a single charge
  3. Power: Quest motors will be the most powerful motors series ever. Motor power is made up of multiple variants.
    • Thrust: Motors will have slightly more actual thrust
    • Torque: Considerably more torque means it will cut through weeds with ease and provide precise maneuverability even in extreme conditions.
    • Prop: New prop design balances better than ever weedless design with motor efficiencies.
    • Construction: A beefed-up motor mount, shaft, and pivot points to accommodate the increase in power.
  4. Quiet: These motors are taking quiet operation to a new level.
  5. Real-time battery monitoring: Check battery power levels while the motor is in use, real-time timer till the battery is drained, with a notification when battery power is reduced to
    20%.
  6. Programmable foot pedal: User-programable button on the foot pedal to keep the most used feature a tap away.
  7. Built-in MEGA Side Imaging: Only available on Quest series motors.
  8. No Performance Loss: As the battery voltage drops, there will be no loss in motor performance (similar to lithium battery operation)

QUEST Battery Monitoring

  • Monitors trolling motor batteries
  • Displays remaining battery life in 1% increments (remote measures in 20%)
  • Displays remaining battery life and run-time to empty
  • Battery life can be measured while the prop is on (currently prop has to be off)
  • At 20% charge, a prompt will display to change to ECO mode
  • Interface available on Humminbird unit only. 

Product Line Details

See Retail Price List for full List of Product Line.

Accessories

See Retail Price List for full List of Product Line.

Notable Additions/Changes:

  • MKR-27, 60A Circuit Breaker, 1865115
  • Ultrex Lift Assist Cylinders to support installation of both Humminbird 360 and Target Lock
    • Prior generation required complete mount replacement to support increased lift.
    • On Quest Motors only the “Stow” cylinder gets replaced
  • MKR-28, TM Plug and Receptacle, 1865120
    • Includes support for larger wire gauges to the receptacle
  • MKA-30, TM Remote Power Switch, 1865130
    • Power on Ulterra Quest or RT Instinct Quest from switch panel
  • MKA-64 and RTA-62 replace MKA-53 and RTA-54
    • Reworked Hardware for improved corrosion resistance no other changes
  • Quick Release Brackets for Terrova Quest, Ulterra Quest and RT Instinct Quest Motors.
    Not compatible with prior motors or Brushed motors. Quest Motors only.
    • RTA-55 Heavy Duty Composite (White)
      Ulterra Quest, Terrova Quest, RT Instinct Quest, RT Terrova Quest
    • MKA-56 Heavy Duty Composite (Black)
      Ulterra Quest, Terrova Quest, RT Instinct Quest, RT Terrova Quest
    • MKA-57 Aluminum Slide Bracket
      Ulterra Quest, Terrova Quest, RT Instinct Quest, RT Terrova Quest
  • MKA-58 Deck Reinforcement Plate
    • Multiple Hole options on boat side to allow 6 holes to be used to fully support the
      motor.
  • Ultrex Quick Release Plates
    • MKA-61 Cable Steer Quick Release Bracket (Short)
      • Replaced MKA-42
      • 5/16” mounting holes for Quest Motors (Brushed Motors do still use ¼”
        hardware)
    • MKA-62 Cable Steer Quick Release Bracket (Short)
      • Replaced MKA-52/62
      • 5/16” mounting holes for Quest Motors (Brushed Motors do still use ¼”
        hardware)

PowerDrive & RT PowerDrive

  1. CoPilot: CoPilot models are being obsoleted and replaced by GPS-enabled (4.0) models
    shipped with micro remote. Significant feature upgrade to base PowerDrive models.
  2. i-Pilot: i-Pilot models are being obsoleted and replaced by GPS-enabled (4.0) models that
    are fully compatible with Humminbird fish finder units. Simplifies product line and allows
    for PowerDrive motors to take advantage of Humminbird integration.
  3. Adapters: All adapters and cables needed to connect GPS-enabled models to Humminbird
    fish finders will be included in the box. Simplifies the consumer buying and rigging experience.
    • Connectors included with DSC equipped motors: AS-EC-QDE, MKR-MI-1
    • Motors without Sonar include AS-EC-QDE
  4. Built-in 2D Sonar: Universal Sonar 2 models are being obsoleted and replaced by models equipped with Dual Spectrum CHIRP (DSC). Provides better clarity to the built-in 2D sonar offering.
    • Connectors will exist for connecting some competitor units to DSC, Humminbird Connectors are in box.
      • NOTE: Foot Pedal and GPS control are still mutually exclusive, you cannot use a foot pedal on a motor with Advanced GPS Control

Terrova, Ulterra, & Ultrex

  1. Advanced GPS Navigation: i-Pilot models are being obsoleted and replaced by GPS-enabled (4.0) models that are fully compatible with Humminbird fish finder units. Simplifies product line and allows for PowerDrive motors to take advantage of Humminbird integration.
    **Heading Sensor is included, same heading sensor as BT IP/Link**
  2. Adapters: All adapters and cables needed to connect GPS-enabled models to Humminbird
    fish finders will be included in the box. Simplifies the consumer buying and rigging experience.
    • Connectors included with DSC equipped motors: AS-EC-QDE, MKR-MDI-2, MKR-MI-1
    • Motors without Sonar include AS-EC-QDE
  3. Built-in Sonar: Universal Sonar 2 models are being obsoleted and replaced by models equipped with Dual Spectrum CHIRP (DSC). Provides better clarity to the built-in 2D sonar offering.
    • Built-in Mega Down Imaging will be available; Built-in Mega Side Imaging will not be offered in these models.
      • Humminbird Connectors are in box.
      • Connectors will exist for connecting some competitor units to DSC
  4. Ultrex 1.5: Ship with Micro Remote; most Ultrex Users do not want/use full Remote. Mount has larger Lift Assist Cylinder, Cylinder Replacement only will accommodate Humminbird Mega 360 and Mega Live Target Lock.
  5. Terrova 2.5: No lift Assist. Still Available in Riptide and Freshwater Models.
  6. Ulterra 1.5: RT Ulterra Obsolete.

Ultrex QUEST

  1. Ultrex Quest motors will be GPS-enabled models that are fully compatible with Humminbird
    fish finder units. Simplifies product line and allows for most Terrova motors to take
    advantage of Humminbird integration right out of the box.
    **All Ultrex include Micro Remote MR, this matches the preference of most users, motors
    are compatible with the full remote WR**
  2. Adapters: All adapters and cables needed to connect GPS-enabled models to Humminbird
    fish finders will be included in the box. Simplifies the consumer buying and rigging
    experience.
  3. Built-in 2D Sonar: Universal Sonar 2 models are being obsoleted and replaced by models
    equipped with Dual Spectrum CHIRP. Provides better clarity to the built-in 2D sonar
    offering.
  4. Built-In MEGA Side Imaging: Only available on Quest models
  5. Most powerful Minn Kota ever developed: thrust, torque, prop design, mount
  6. Brushless motor technology: more power, quieter operation, more run-time, dual 24V/36V
  7. Integrated heading sensing: Steering position tracking allows calculated heading using the
    Compass in the GPS Head
  8. Motor shafts infused with Carbon Fiber: additional strength that still allows for flexibility
  9. Props: Both the weedless and high-efficiency props will be included in the box

Riptide Instinct QUEST & Ulterra QUEST

  1. Riptide Instinct: New family of auto stow/deploy motors specifically designed for harsh saltwater environments
  2. Most powerful Minn Kota ever developed: thrust, torque, prop design, mount
  3. Brushless motor technology: more power, quieter operation, more run-time, dual 24V/36V
  4. Integrated heading sensing: Steering position tracking allows calculated heading using the Compass in the GPS Head
  5. Motor shafts infused with Carbon Fiber - additional strength that still allows for flexibility
  6. Upgraded Wireless Remote: GPS-enabled models will include a newly redesigned wireless remote that is smaller, lighter, and more functionality
  7. Prop: Ships with a high-efficiency prop included in the box
  8. Stabilizer: 72” and longer shaft models will include a motor stabilizer kit included in the box
  9. GPS-Enabled: All Riptide Instinct models come standard with advanced navigation features and are fully compatible with Humminbird fish finder units.
  10. Adapters: All adapters and cables needed to connect with Humminbird fish finders will be included in the box.

Terrova QUEST & RT Terrova QUEST

  1. Terrova QUEST and Riptide Terrova QUEST motors will be GPS-enabled models that are fully
    compatible with Humminbird fish finder units. Simplifies product line and allows for most
    Terrova motors to take advantage of Humminbird integration right out of the box.
  2. Adapters: All adapters and cables needed to connect GPS-enabled models to Humminbird
    fish finders will be included in the box. Simplifies the consumer buying and rigging
    experience.
  3. Built-in 2D Sonar: Universal Sonar 2 models are being obsoleted and replaced by models
    equipped with Dual Spectrum CHIRP. Provides better clarity to the built-in 2D sonar
    offering.
  4. Built-In MEGA Side Imaging – Only available on Terrova QUEST models
  5. QUEST Models Only: New models specifically designed for the harshest environments and
    fishing conditions.
  6. Most powerful Minn Kota ever developed - thrust, torque, prop design, mount
  7. Brushless motor technology – more power, quieter operation, more run-time, dual 24V/36V
  8. Integrated heading sensing – Steering position tracking allows calculated heading using the
    Compass in the GPS Head
  9. Motor shafts infused with Carbon Fiber - additional strength that still allows for flexibility
  10. Longer Shafts – Addition of 100” shaft models in the Riptide Terrova QUEST family

Service

Service Plan

Brushed Motors

  • 2024 Model Year Brushed Motors (Ultrex 1.5, Ulterra 1.5, Terrova 2.5, and PowerDrive 3.5) are substantially similar to prior year motors. Please proceed with repairs giving the following considerations:
    • Any replaced Advanced GPS Control Heads or Remotes that are replaced as part of a warranty repair should be returned to Minn Kota. Contact the ASP Hotline to request a return shipping label for those parts.
    • The Ultrex Mount is not the same as prior years, the new mount is a substitution for the old mount, but several interior components are different. Please be sure to use the 2024 Ultrex Parts list when ordering/claiming mount parts.
    • Terrova 2.5 (brushed advanced GPS) does not include Lift Assist. Depth Collar and Steering Housing are different from Terrova BT.

QUEST MOTORS

  • All Quest Lower Units and Composite Shafts can be repaired by an Authorized Service Provider.
    • You can find the Quest Lower Unit Repair Manual on the Parts Portal in the Service Provider Materials Section.
  • Ultrex Quest can now be repaired by an Authorized Service Provider.
    • The Ultrex Quest Repair Manual will be found on the Parts Portal in the Service Provider Materials Section as soon as it is completed. Until then you can use the Brushed Ultrex Repair Manual for similar cases.
  • For all other Brushless Motors, Ulterra Quest/Instinct/Terrova Quest, contact the ASP Hotline before initiating the repair. Include in that initial contact the serial number of the motor, the symptom as described by the consumer, and any Error Codes reported by the motor.
    • To access error codes many motors will require the software be updated first. Error codes can be accessed through the One Boat Network App, or through the Wireless Remote. The One Boat Network App will be required to update software.
  • Minn Kota may request parts replaced in repair, or the complete motor if it is replaced be shipped to Minn Kota.

QUEST Warranty Claims

For most Quest motor replacements use 87/100 Box and Return to JO as the labor code. 87/100 Box and return to JO is double the rate for “Simple Repair Replacement to fully address time spent boxing and returning the defective units. All other repairs warranty should proceed as normal, labor codes are available for all models.

Accessing Error Codes

  • Via Remote
    1. Press Menu twice to open the full Menu.
    2. Navigate to “System” > “Diagnostic” > “Error Codes”

  • Via OBN App
    1. On the Motor Screen Select the Menu Icon
    2. Scroll down to the bottom of the menu
    3. Select “Error Codes”

Error Code List

Download Worksheets

Was this article helpful?
0 out of 0 found this helpful

Articles in this section

See more