The Spirit 1.0 Plus uses a brushless direct drive motor and the 1276 Wh Spirit Battery Plus, which floats if dropped and can charge from solar while running. ePropulsion lists about 22 miles at 4.5 mph on one charge. It has electric start, a digital display, a magnetic kill switch and a throttle that works from either side.
Specs at a glance
- Power: 1 kW (3 HP equivalent)
- Battery: Spirit Battery Plus, 1276 Wh lithium polymer (optional)
- Weight: motor 23.4 lbs (short shaft), battery 19.2 lbs
- Charging time: 8.5 hrs standard, 3.5 hrs fast charger
- Propeller: 11 x 5.8 in 2-blade composite
- Shaft options: Extra Short (20.67 in), Short (24.6 in), Long (29.5 in)
- Included: main unit, battery charger, 2 pins, 2 kill switches
Good to know
- The battery is only included if you choose the With Spirit Battery Pack option, so check your selection.
- ePropulsion measures shaft length differently from gas outboards, so check their sizing method against your transom before picking a shaft.
KayakDIY take: This is a small-boat outboard rather than a kayak motor, but the floating battery is a smart touch for anyone running electric. For more options, see my best kayak motors guide.
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