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Installing the Ketch Bow Trolling Motor Mount

Bonafide® PWR129 Kayak

In this video, we walk through the installation of the Ketch Bow Trolling Motor Mount on the Bonafide PWR129.

This mount is precision-engineered specifically for the PWR129 hull, providing a rigid, clean, and reliable platform for bow-mounted trolling motors. Whether you’re upgrading from a factory setup or building a dedicated motorized rig, this install shows how to properly mount the system for strength, alignment, and long-term durability.

What This Video Covers

  • Installing the bow motor mount on the PWR129

  • Proper alignment and positioning at the bow

  • Installing the included mounting hardware

  • Preparing the mount for a compatible quick-release bracket

  • Final checks before mounting your motor

About the Bow Motor Mount

The Ketch Bow Trolling Motor Mount is CNC-machined from 6061 aluminum and finished in Midnight Black Anodized for excellent corrosion resistance and a factory-clean appearance. Designed exclusively for the Bonafide PWR129, it delivers a secure mounting surface built to handle the torque and stress of bow-mounted motors.

Compatible Quick-Release Brackets

This mount is compatible with the following bow-mount trolling motor quick-release systems:

  • Minn Kota RTA17 (1854017)

  • Minn Kota RTA19 (1854019)

  • Minn Kota MKA (1854021)

  • Minn Kota MKA23 (1854023)

  • MotorGuide 8M0092063

Important Notes

  • Trolling motor not included

  • Quick-release bracket not included

  • Mounting hardware for the bow mount is included

Built for Motorized Kayak Fishing

Like all Ketch products, this mount is 100% made in the USA and engineered by anglers who demand strength, precision, and clean integration from their gear.