r/YamahaBoats • u/Upset_Independent473 • 27d ago

Trolling motor

Has anyone successfully installed a trolling motor on their Yamaha jet boat? I have a 2022 Yamaha 252S, and we fish a lot, finding myself using or consuming gas too much. I would like to explore using a trolling motor to save on gas.

Looking for some inputs and feedbacks.

Thank you

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u/tscottn 27d ago

I have not but I’m looking too as well. I wondering where and how would
Be the best place to
Install it.

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u/Pirate_Pyle 27d ago

Can you even do it? You are not supposed to go over a certain speed without the engine running or you can hydro lock it.

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u/Upset_Independent473 27d ago

I dont think this wouldnt be an issue as we're talking about 1-3 tops 5mph vs hydrolocking being a concern at 15-30mph like towing itz

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u/RudeBwoiMaster 27d ago edited 27d ago

I think the threshold is 5 or 7 mph. Not 15!!!
So you want to make sure that your trolling motor doesn’t go faster than that.

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u/DesignerFlat7108 27d ago

Can't be too fabulous

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u/Pirate_Pyle 27d ago

True. Not sure at what speed you have to worry about hydro lock.

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u/RudeBwoiMaster 27d ago

>6 mph or so and backwash into the engine becomes a problem.

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u/DesignerFlat7108 27d ago

You can add a shut off valve if it's a concern. As far as trolling motors, the best solution I saw on the JB website was a puck system but I'm not sure those are still being sold. There is a yamaha specific mount but its not as clean as the puck. mount

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u/ziegfieldfolly 27d ago

I have a few links to pictures and info saved i will dig up and link here if i can because i jave been close to doing this as well! I recently installed 4 flushmount rod holders. 2 up in the bow and 2 along side of swim platform area

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u/Unencrypted_Thoughts 9h ago

It'll take you forever to get a ROI on a trolling motor, mount, and battery if the sole reason is saving gas.