What is a tiller?

[MyTravels]

Recently I have read outboard motor ads that say

· "These outboards have a do-it-all tiller handle for shifting,
throttle and trim / tilt."

· "This is not a tiller but can be easily converted to one if need."

I am looking for a 10 - 15 HP kicker/trolling motor and want to know what I
should be looking for.

[Dave Brown]

Post by MyTravels
Recently I have read outboard motor ads that say
· "These outboards have a do-it-all tiller handle for shifting,
throttle and trim / tilt."
· "This is not a tiller but can be easily converted to one if need."
I am looking for a 10 - 15 HP kicker/trolling motor and want to know what I
should be looking for.

A 'tiller' model means it has a long handle which you use to steer and
operate the throttle (and shift on some brands). The other method of
control is called 'remote' (for remote control) where steering and
controls are done from a location away from the motor).

In your application, you could go either way. If you choose a tiller
model, you would have to start and control the motor at the back of your
boat. If you do a lot of straight line trolling, you could set the speed
and steering and simply get to fishing, using the main engine to make
minor steering adjustments.

For full control, you can go with full remote control where you join the
steering systems of the 2 outboards, and have a separate control box
located near the main one to operate the kicker independently.

There is a huge cost difference in going to the remote control
application because of the extra parts and labour involved, but it sure
is convenient. :-)

Let me know if I can help further.