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Every serious angler knows the frustration of battling rough waters only to hear that dreaded thud as your stowed trolling motor bounces against the deck. That's where the MotorGuide Bounce Buster Kit steps in as a game-changer for your setup. Crafted specifically for X5 and older trolling motor models, this bolt-on accessory delivers rock-solid stability, safeguarding your investment from the relentless pounding of waves. Whether you're chasing bass in choppy tournament waters or navigating windy lakes, it keeps everything locked down without compromising your fishing position.
Imagine launching into a day of heavy chop, confident that your Gator Mount and motor won't take a beating. The Bounce Buster's high-impact plastic tube, paired with a rugged rubber foot, absorbs shocks that could otherwise crack housings or dent decks. It mounts effortlessly using your existing hardware—no drilling, no fuss—and customizes to your boat's deck height for a perfect fit every time.
Installation is straightforward for any DIY boater. Trim the tube to match the gap between your Gator Mount head and deck, secure it with the factory bolts, and you're set. No special tools required. Once in place, it acts like an invisible shock absorber: during stow, it catches any bounce before it escalates; in use, it tucks away cleanly. Anglers report fewer vibrations, less wear on shafts, and peace of mind on those blustery days when others are white-knuckling it.
Pro tip: Pair it with your regular maintenance routine to extend the life of your entire propulsion system, especially if you're running long days in variable conditions.
Picture this: You're idling through tournament traffic on a wind-swept reservoir, waves slapping the hull. Without stabilization, that stowed motor could flex and crash repeatedly, risking cracks or misalignment. The Bounce Buster changes the equation, proven on high-performance bass boats where every ounce of reliability counts. It's not just protection—it's the edge that lets you focus on the fish, not the fight against the water.
It's designed for X5 and older trolling motor models using Gator Mounts, ensuring a secure fit for these reliable setups.
Attach it using your mount's existing hardware. Cut the high-impact tube to the precise length needed between the mount head and deck for optimal spacing—no extra tools needed.
No, it folds completely out of the way in the deployed fishing position, keeping your deck clear for unrestricted movement and control.
The pivoting design off the mount head prevents downward momentum during stow, combined with the rubber foot that grips firmly to absorb shocks from waves.
Absolutely—it's ideal for bass boats with front decks less than 12 inches from the mount head, providing essential stability in choppy tournament conditions.
High-impact plastic tube with a durable rubber foot, engineered for toughness and longevity in demanding angling environments.
Yes, there's a model to fit any Gator Mount, attaching seamlessly with the original hardware for broad compatibility.
Featuring a high-impact plastic tube with a rubber foot, there is a model available to fit any Gator Mount. It attaches using the mounts existing hardware. The tube is cut to the required length for proper spacing between the mount and front deck of the boat. The Bounce Buster pivots off the head of the mount in the stow position to prevent downward momentum caused by rough water impact, keeping the mount and motor rock solid on the boat.
Bounce Buster Kit
For use with X5 and older mounts
The MotorGuide Bounce Buster is designed to prevent trolling motor mount, motor, and boat damage when navigating rough water. Featuring a high-impact plastic tube with a rubber foot, there is a model available to fit any Gator Mount. It attaches using the mount's existing hardware. The tube is cut to the required length for proper spacing between the mount and front deck of the boat. The Bounce Buster pivots off the head of the mount in the stow position to prevent downward momentum caused by rough water impact, keeping the mount and motor rock solid on the boat. In the fishing position, the Bounce Buster cleanly folds out of the way.
Perfect for bass boat applications where the front deck of the boat is less than 12 inches of the head of the mount. See the Bounce Buster II rigged on the 2007 Triton Bassmaster Classic Bass Boats.
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