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Quick Release Bracket Compatibility

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The Quick Release Bracket Compatibility Guide and the Charts below will provide Compatible Quick Release Brackets for Freshwater and Riptide/Saltwater motors. 

 

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RTA-55 (1854055) | MKA-56 (1854056) |  MKA-57 (1854057) |  MKA-61 (1852042) | MKA-62 (1862052 |  RTA-62 (1854062) | MKA-64 (1854064) | RTA-17 (1854017) | MKA-21 (1854021) | MKA-51 (1854051) | MKA-32 (I1854060) |  MKA-16-03 (1854035) | RTA-19 (Item |  MKA-23 (1854023) 

RTA-55 Quick Release Bracket (1854055)

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RTA-55 Quick Release Bracket

RTA-55 Quick Release Bracket

RTA-55 Quick Release Bracket Compatible with:

  • Riptide Instinct QUEST
  • Ulterra QUEST 
  • Terrova QUEST
  • Riptide Terrova QUEST

RTA-55 Quick Release Bracket NOT Compatible with:

  • Ultrex QUEST
  • Ultrex Bluetooth
  • Fortrex
  • Maxxum
  • Edge
  • Riptide Fortrrex
  • Riptide Maxxum
  • Riptide Edge

RTA-55 Quick Release Bracket Features:

  • Designed specifically for motors featuring QUEST technology to meet the increased stress created by high thrust motors and long shaft lengths
  • Allows bow-mount trolling motors to be quickly mounted and/or removed from boat deck
  • Low-profile design attaches trolling motor to top bracket and drop in over deck-mounted puck
  • Constructed of marine grade composite, powder-coated and anodized aluminum, and stainless steel to resist rust, corrosion, and discoloration
  • Locking handle can be secured with padlock (not included) for additional security
  • Compatible with Terrova, Riptide Terrova, Ulterra, and Riptide Instinct (QUEST motors only).
  • Designed for use in freshwater or saltwater

RTA-55 Quick Release Bracket Dimensions:

RTA-55 Installation Instructions:

 

 

MKA-56 Quick Release Bracket (1854056)

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MKA-56 Quick Release Bracket

MKA-56 Quick Release Bracket Compatible with:

  • Riptide Instinct QUEST
  • Ulterra QUEST 
  • Terrova QUEST
  • Riptide Terrova QUEST

MKA-56 Quick Release Bracket NOT Compatible with:

  • Ultrex QUEST
  • Ultrex Bluetooth
  • Fortrex
  • Maxxum
  • Edge
  • Riptide Fortrrex
  • Riptide Maxxum
  • Riptide Edge

MKA-56 Quick Release Bracket Features:

  • Designed specifically for motors featuring QUEST technology to meet the increased stress created by high thrust motors and long shaft lengths
  • Allows bow-mount trolling motors to be quickly mounted and/or removed from boat deck
  • Low-profile design attaches trolling motor to top bracket and drop in over deck-mounted puck
  • Constructed of marine grade composite, powder-coated and anodized aluminum, and stainless steel to resist rust, corrosion, and discoloration
  • Locking handle can be secured with padlock (not included) for additional security
  • Compatible with Terrova, Riptide Terrova, Ulterra, and Riptide Instinct (QUEST motors only).
  • Designed for use in freshwater or saltwater

MKA-56 Quick Release Bracket Dimensions:

MKA-56 Installation Instructions:

 

 

MKA-57 Quick Release Bracket (1854057)

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MKA-57 Quick Release Bracket

Item Number: 1854057

MKA-57 Quick Release Bracket Compatible with:

  • Riptide Instinct QUEST
  • Ulterra QUEST 
  • Terrova QUEST
  • Riptide Terrova QUEST

MKA-57 Quick Release Bracket NOT Compatible with:

  • Ultrex QUEST
  • Ultrex Bluetooth
  • Fortrex
  • Maxxum
  • Edge
  • Riptide Fortrrex
  • Riptide Maxxum
  • Riptide Edge

MKA-57 Quick Release Bracket  Features:

  • Slide motor inboard 10" for a better boat cover fit and more clearance when launching boat
  • Designed specifically for motors featuring QUEST technology to meet the increased stress created by high thrust motors and long shaft lengths
  • Allows trolling motor to be quickly removed from and reattached to boat deck
  • Dual Cam-lock design reduces bracket movement and noise
    Includes stainless steel mounting hardware, lanyard, and locking pin
  • Upper and lower plates include slot for securing with padlock (not included) for added security
  • Compatible with Terrova, Riptide Terrova, Ulterra, and Riptide Instinct (QUEST motors only).
  • Designed for use in freshwater or saltwater

MKA-57 Quick Release Bracket Dimensions:

MKA-57 Installation Instructions:

 

 

MKA-61 Quick Release Bracket (1862042)

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MKA-61 Quick Release Bracket

MKA 61 Quick Release Bracket

MKA-61 Quick Release Bracket Compatible with:

  • Ultrex QUEST 45" Shaft
  • Ultrex 45" Shaft

MKA-61 Quick Release Bracket NOT Compatible with:

  • Ultrex QUEST 52" or longer
  • Ultrex 52" or longer
  • Riptide Instinct QUEST (2023-Present)
  • Ulterra QUEST (2023-Present)
  • Non-QUEST Ulterra (2015-2023)
  • Riptide Ulterra (2015-2023)
  • Terrova QUEST or Riptide Terrova QUEST Motors (2023-Present)
  • Terrova, Riptide Terrova Riptide ST (2007-2016)
  • All PowerDrive Motors (2001-Present)
  • All Riptide PowerDrive Motors (2002-Present)

MKA-61 Quick Release Bracket Features:

  • Recommended for the higher thrust associated with Ultrex™ QUEST™ series motors
  • Allows trolling motor to be quickly removed from and reattached to boat deck
  • Top and bottom plates slide together and are tightened/secured to one another using dual locking hardware
  • Solid, anodized aluminum construction
    Includes both 5/16" and 1/4" stainless steel mounting hardware
  • Brackets can be secured with padlock (not included) for additional security
  • Fits 45" shaft and smaller foot-control motors and 52" shaft and smaller hand-control motors
  • Compatible with Ultrex and Ultrex QUEST motors

MKA-61 Installation Instructions:

 

 

 

 

MKA-62 Quick Release Bracket (1862052)

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MKA-62 Quick Release Bracket

MKA-62 Quick Release Bracket

MKA-62 Quick Release Bracket compatible with:

  • Ultrex QUEST 52" shaft and longer
  • Ultrex 52" shaft and longer

MKA-62 Quick Release Bracket NOT compatible with:

  • Ultrex QUEST 45" shaft
  • Ultrex 45" shaft
  • Riptide Instinct QUEST (2023-Present)
  • Ulterra QUEST (2023-Present)
  • Non-QUEST Ulterra (2015-2023)
  • Riptide Ulterra (2015-2023)
  • Terrova QUEST or Riptide Terrova QUEST Motors (2023-Present)
  • Terrova BT and Riptide Terrova BT (2017-2023)
  • All PowerDrive Motors (2001-Present)
  • All Riptide PowerDrive Motors (2002-Present)

MKA-62 Quick Release Bracket Features:

  • Recommended for the higher thrust associated with Ultrex™ QUEST™ series motors
  • Allows trolling motor to be quickly removed from and reattached to boat deck
  • Top and bottom plates slide together and are tightened/secured to one another using dual locking hardware
  • Solid, anodized aluminum construction
  • Includes both 5/16" and 1/4" stainless steel mounting hardware
  • Brackets can be secured with padlock (not included) for additional security
  • Fits 52" to 72" shaft, foot-control motors and 62" shaft, hand-control motors

MKA-62 Quick Release Bracket Installation Instructions:

 

 

 

RTA-62 Quick Release Bracket (1854062)

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RTA-62 Quick Release Bracket

RTA-62 Quick Release Bracket

RTA-62 Quick Release Bracket Compatible with:

  • Brushed Ulterra  
  • Brushed Terrova 
  • Brushed Riptide Terrova

RTA-62 Quick Release Bracket NOT Compatible with:

  • Riptide Instinct QUEST
  • Ultrex QUEST
  • Ultrex Bluetooth
  • Ulterra QUEST
  • Terrova QUEST 
  • Riptide Terrova QUEST
  • Fortrex
  • Maxxum
  • Edge
  • Riptide Fortrrex
  • Riptide Maxxum
  • Riptide Edge

RTA-62 Quick Release Bracket Features:

  • Designed to meet the increased stress created by high thrust motors and long shaft lengths
  • Allows bow-mount trolling motors to be quickly mounted and/or removed from boat deck
  • Low-profile design attaches trolling motor to top bracket and drop in over deck-mounted puck
  • Constructed of marine grade composite, powder-coated and anodized aluminum, and stainless steel to resist rust, corrosion, and discoloration
  • Locking handle can be secured with padlock (not included) for additional security
  • Designed for use in freshwater or saltwater
  • Compatible with Terrova, Riptide Terrova, and Ulterra (brushed motors only).

RTA-62 Quick Release Bracket Dimensions:

RTA-55 Installation Instructions:

 

 

MKA-64 Quick Release Bracket (1854064)

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MKA-64 Quick Release Bracket

MKA-64 Quick Release Bracket Compatible with:

  • Brushed Ulterra  
  • Brushed Terrova 

MKA-64 Quick Release Bracket NOT Compatible with:

  • Riptide Instinct QUEST
  • Ultrex QUEST
  • Ultrex Bluetooth
  • Ulterra QUEST
  • Terrova QUEST 
  • Riptide Terrova QUEST
  • Riptide Terrova (brushed)
  • Fortrex
  • Maxxum
  • Edge
  • Riptide Fortrrex
  • Riptide Maxxum
  • Riptide Edge

MKA-64 Quick Release Bracket Features:

  • Designed to meet the increased stress created by high thrust motors and long shaft lengths
  • Allows bow-mount trolling motors to be quickly mounted and/or removed from boat deck
  • Low-profile design attaches trolling motor to top bracket and drop in over deck-mounted puck
  • Constructed of marine grade composite, powder-coated and anodized aluminum, and stainless steel to resist rust, corrosion, and discoloration
  • Locking handle can be secured with padlock (not included) for additional security
  • Designed for use in freshwater (non-QUEST use)
  • Compatible with Terrova, and Ulterra (brushed motors only).

MKA-64 Quick Release Bracket Dimensions:

MKA-56 Installation Instructions:

 

 

RTA-17 Quick Release Bracket (1854017)

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RTA-17 Quick Release Bracket

Item Number: 1854017

RTA-17 Quick Release Bracket Compatible with:

  • PowerDrive
  • Riptide PowerDrive
  • Brushed Terrova 80 LB Thrust or less and 60" Shaft or less
  • Brushed Riptide Terrova 80 LB Thrust or less and 60" Shaft or less
  • Brushed Ulterra 80 LB Thrust or less and 60" Shaft or less
  • Brushed Riptide Ulterra 80 LB Thrust or less and 60" Shaft or less

RTA-17 Quick Release Bracket NOT Compatible with:

  • Riptide Instinct QUEST 
  • Ultrex QUEST
  • Ultrex Bluetooth
  • Ulterra QUEST
  • Terrova QUEST
  • Riptide Terrova QUEST
  • Terrova 112 lb Thrust or 72" Shaft or larger
  • Ripdie Terrova 112 lb Thrust or 72" Shaft or larger
  • Ulterra 112 lb Thrust or 72" Shaft or larger
  • Riptide Ulterra 112 lb Thrust or 72" Shaft or larger
  • Fortrex
  • Maxxum
  • Edge
  • Riptide Fortrrex
  • Riptide Maxxum
  • Riptide Edge

RTA-17 Quick Release Bracket Features:

  • Allows trolling motor to be quickly removed from and reattached to boat deck
  • Low-profile design attaches trolling motor to top bracket and drops in over deck-mounted puck
  • Composite construction resistant to rust, corrosion, and discoloration
  • Includes stainless steel mounting hardware and locking pin
  • Locking handle can be secured with 1/4", short shank padlock (not included) for additional security
  • NOTE: Not for use with any 112 lbs. thrust motors or any motor with a shaft length of 72” or longer. Instead use the RTA-62 model.
  • Designed for use in saltwater (non-QUEST models)

RTA-17 Quick Release Bracket Dimensions:

RTA-17 Installation Instructions:

 

 

MKA-21 Quick Release Bracket (1854021)

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MKA-21 Quick Release Bracket

MKA 21 Quick Release Bracket

MKA-21 Quick Release Bracket Compatible with:

  • PowerDrive
  • Brushed Terrova 80 LB Thrust or less and 60" Shaft or less

  • Brushed Ulterra 80 LB Thrust or less and 60" Shaft or less

     

MKA-21 Quick Release Bracket NOT Compatible with:

  • Riptide Instinct QUEST 
  • Ultrex QUEST
  • Ultrex Bluetooth
  • Ulterra QUEST
  • Terrova QUEST
  • Riptide Terrova QUEST
  • Terrova 112 lb Thrust or 72" Shaft or larger
  • Ripdie Terrova 112 lb Thrust or 72" Shaft or larger
  • Ulterra 112 lb Thrust or 72" Shaft or larger
  • Riptide Ulterra 112 lb Thrust or 72" Shaft or larger
  • Brushed Riptide Ulterra 80 LB Thrust or less and 60" Shaft or less
  • Brushed Riptide Terrova 80 LB Thrust or less and 60" Shaft or less
  • Fortrex
  • Maxxum
  • Edge
  • Riptide Fortrrex
  • Riptide Maxxum
  • Riptide Edge

MKA-21 Quick Release Bracket Features:

  • Allows trolling motor to be quickly removed from and reattached to boat deck
  • Low-profile design attaches trolling motor to top bracket and drops in over deck-mounted puck
  • Composite construction resistant to rust, corrosion, and discoloration
  • Includes stainless steel mounting hardware and locking pin
  • Locking handle can be secured with 1/4", short shank padlock (not included) for additional security
  • NOTE: Not for use with any 112 lbs. thrust motors or any motor with a shaft length of 72” or longer. Instead use the MKA-64 model.
  • Designed for use in freshwater (non-QUEST models)

MKA-21 Dimensions:

MKA-21 Installation Instructions:

 

 

 

 

MKA-51 Quick Release Bracket (1854051)

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MKA-51 Quick Release Bracket

MKA-51 Quick Release Bracket

MKA-51 Quick Release Bracket compatible with:

  • PowerDrive 
  • PowerDrive BT
  • PowerDrive V2 
  • Terrova
  • Terrova BT
  • Legacy Terrova
  • Ulterra
  • Deck Hand 40

MKA-51 Quick Release Bracket NOT compatible with:

  • Ultrex QUEST
  • Ultrex
  • Riptide Instinct QUEST (2023-Present)
  • Ulterra QUEST (2023-Present)
  • Terrova QUEST
  • Riptide Terrova QUEST
  • Maxxum
  • Fortrex
  • Edge

MKA-51 Quick Release Bracket Features:

  • Slide motor inboard 6” for a better boat cover fit and more clearance when launching boat
  • Allows trolling motor to be quickly removed from and reattached to boat deck
  • Cam-lock design reduces bracket movement and noise
  • Includes stainless steel mounting hardware, lanyard, and locking pin
  • Upper and lower plates include slot for securing with padlock (not included) for added security
  • Designed for use in freshwater

MKA-51 Dimensions :

MKA-51 Quick Release Bracket Installation Instructions:

 

 

 

MKA-32 Quick Release Bracket (1854060)

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MKA-32 Quick Release Bracket

MKA-32 Quick Release Bracket

MKA-32 Quick Release Bracket compatible with:

  • PowerDrive
  • PowerDrive V2
  • Riptide PowerDrive
  • Riptide SP 
  • Terrova
  • Ulterra
  • Deck Hand 40
    • Note: Designed for freshwater use.  

MKA-32 Quick Release Bracket NOT compatible with:

  • Ultrex QUEST
  • Ultrex
  • Riptide Instinct QUEST (2023-Present)
  • Ulterra QUEST (2023-Present)
  • Terrova QUEST
  • Riptide Terrova QUEST
  • Maxxum
  • Fortrex
  • Edge

MKA-32 Quick Release Bracket  Features:

  • Allows trolling motor to be quickly removed from and reattached to boat deck
  • Cam-lock reduces bracket movement and noise
  • Composite cover (included) attaches to lower piece of bracket when motor is removed to keep deck profile clean
  • Includes stainless steel mounting hardware, lanyard, and locking pin
  • Upper and lower plates include slot for securing with padlock (not included) for added security
  • Designed for use in freshwater

MKA-32 Dimensions:

Manual

 

 

 

 

MKA-16-03 Quick Release Bracket ( 1854035)

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MKA-16-03 Quick Release Bracket

MKA-16-03 Quick Release Bracket compatible with:

  • PowerDrive
  • PowerDrive V2
  • Riptide PowerDrive
  • Riptide SP 
  • Terrova
  • Ulterra
  • Deck Hand 40

MKA-16-03 Quick Release Bracket NOT compatible with:

  • Ultrex QUEST
  • Ultrex
  • Riptide Instinct QUEST (2023-Present)
  • Ulterra QUEST (2023-Present)
  • Terrova QUEST
  • Riptide Terrova QUEST
  • Maxxum
  • Fortrex
  • Edge

MKA-16-03 Quick Release Bracket Features:

  • Allows trolling motor to be quickly removed from and reattached to boat deck
  • Sidescrew design attaches trolling motor to top bracket and slides into deck-mounted bottom bracket, secured with tightening screw
  • Solid, anodized aluminum construction
  • Includes mounting hardware
  • Brackets can be secured with padlock (not included) for additional security
  • Designed for use in freshwater

MKA-16-03 Quick Release Bracket  Dimensions:

Manual

MKA-16-03 Quick Release Bracket

 

 

RTA-19 Quick Release Bracket (1854019)

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RTA-19 Quick Release Bracket

RTA-19 Quick Release Bracket

RTA-19 Quick Release Bracket Compatible with:

  • Ultrex 80 LB Thrust or Less
  • Fortrex 80 LB Thrust or Less
  • Maxxum 
  • Edge

RTA-19 Quick Release Bracket NOT Compatible with:

  • Riptide Instinct QUEST
  • Ultrex QUEST
  • Ulterra QUEST
  • Terrova QUEST 
  • Riptide Terrova QUEST
  • Terrova
  • Riptide Terrova
  • PowerDrive
  • Riptide PowerDrive
  • Ulterra
  • Riptide Ulterra

RTA-19 Quick Release Bracket Features:

  • Allows trolling motor to be quickly removed from and reattached to boat deck
  • Low-profile design attaches trolling motor to top bracket and drops in over deck-mounted puck
  • Composite construction resistant to rust, corrosion, and discoloration
  • Includes stainless steel mounting hardware and locking pin
  • Locking handle can be secured with 1/4", short shank padlock (not included) for additional security
  • NOTE: Not designed for motors larger than 80 lbs of thrust and 60” shaft length.
  • Designed for use in saltwater

RTA-19 Quick Release Bracket Dimensions:

RTA-19 Installation Instructions:

 

 

 

MKA-23 Quick Release Bracket (1854023)

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MKA-23 Quick Release Bracket

MKA-23 Quick Release Bracket Compatible with:

  • Brushed Ulterra  
  • Brushed Terrova 

MKA-23 Quick Release Bracket NOT Compatible with:

  • Riptide Instinct QUEST
  • Ultrex QUEST
  • Ulterra QUEST
  • Terrova QUEST 
  • Riptide Terrova QUEST
  • Terrova
  • Riptide Terrova
  • PowerDrive
  • Riptide PowerDrive
  • Ulterra
  • Riptide Ulterra

MKA-23 Quick Release Bracket Features:

  • Allows trolling motor to be quickly removed from and reattached to boat deck
  • Low-profile design attaches trolling motor to top bracket and drops in over deck-mounted puck
  • Composite construction resistant to rust, corrosion, and discoloration
  • Includes stainless steel mounting hardware and locking pin
  • Locking handle can be secured with 1/4", short shank padlock (not included) for additional security
  • Compatible with Ultrex, Fortrex, Maxxum, and Edge.
  • Designed for freshwater use. 
  • NOTE: Not designed for motors larger than 80 lbs of thrust and 60” shaft length.
     

MKA-23 Quick Release Bracket Dimensions:

MKA-56 Installation Instructions:

 

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