This guide covers outboard brackets for New Zealand boats: auxiliary and trolling motor mounts, jack plates for long shaft motors, and supports that take the load off your trim rams while trailering. Our brackets and supports are in stock at our Auckland warehouse and shipped NZ wide, generally next working day.
Quick answer
- Best for auxiliary motors up to 25hp: Tenob TUFF Outboard Bracket, NZ made in marine grade stainless steel.
- Best for small kickers up to 10hp: Rise and Fall Transom Mount Bracket, alloy or stainless frame.
- Best for a long shaft motor on a short transom: T-H Marine Outboard Bracket, a fixed jack plate for outboards up to 150hp.
- Best for trailering motors 150hp and up: T-H Marine Motor Stik, fits over the trim rams.
- Best for storage and working on the motor: Panther Trim/Tilt Support, a green block that sits on the ram shaft.
Outboard bracket comparison
| Product | Type | Best for | Key facts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tenob TUFF Outboard Bracket | Auxiliary bracket, rise and fall or fixed | Kickers and trolling motors | Rise and fall rated to 25hp (18kW) standard shaft, 20hp long shaft, 58kg max motor weight, varnished hardwood board |
| Rise and Fall Transom Mount (OU017 / OU019) | Light duty auxiliary bracket | Small kickers up to 10hp | 10hp (7.5kW) 2 stroke standard shaft, 8hp long shaft, 38kg max motor weight |
| T-H Marine Outboard Bracket | Fixed jack plate | Long shaft motor on a short transom | 3/8″ thick aluminium, up to 150hp, up to 5 1/2″ total lift, 4″ setback |
| T-H Marine Motor Stik | Trailering support | Outboards 150hp and up | Aluminium tube with moulded ends, 8 1/2″ long, salt or fresh water |
| Panther Trim/Tilt Support | Ram support block | Storage and maintenance | Polyurethane, fits rams 0.625 to 0.75 inch, green so you remember to remove it |
How to choose an outboard bracket
- Match the rating to your motor. Check both horsepower and motor weight against the bracket rating.
- Know your shaft length. Long shaft ratings are lower on auxiliary brackets, so check the long shaft figure if that is what you run.
- Rise and fall or fixed. Rise and fall brackets let you lift the motor clear of the water when you are not using it. Fixed brackets suit a motor that stays in one position.
- Measure your space. Check reach, mounting width and height against your transom. The Tenob TUFF transom mount rise and fall bracket is 350mm reach x 280mm mounting width x 215mm mounting height.
Tenob TUFF auxiliary brackets
The Tenob TUFF Outboard Bracket is made in NZ by Boatgear, a proven design for more than 36 years. It is built from polished 3mm marine grade stainless steel with pressed stainless pivots and shake-proof fasteners, so there are no parts to come loose. You can leave the motor mounted while towing your boat on the road.
The board is varnished hardwood, which lets the motor clamps sink in slightly and reduces the risk of the motor slipping off. There are four styles: fixed or rise and fall, each in transom mount or platform mount. The transom mount rise and fall model gives 340mm of vertical movement. We also carry spare springs, spring kits, replacement timber boards and the handle release, so you can keep an older bracket working.
Light duty rise and fall brackets
For smaller motors, the Rise and Fall Transom Mount Bracket comes in two versions, both rated to 10hp (7.5kW) 2 stroke standard shaft, 8hp long shaft and 38kg motor weight.
- OU017 alloy frame: anodised aluminium with a black plastic clamp board, 340mm vertical movement, 320mm arm length, supplied with stainless steel bolts, nuts and washers. Spare clamp pads are available.
- OU019 stainless steel frame: made by Seaworld with a timber mounting block, adjustable for various transom angles, a small 140mm x 103mm mounting footprint, 300mm vertical movement and 320mm transom setback.
Jack plates and motor supports
The T-H Marine Outboard Bracket is a solid aluminium extrusion for mounting a long shaft outboard on a short transom, and also works as a fixed jack plate for V6 outboards. It has three engine mounting hole options and two transom mounting hole options. Its 3″ designed lift gives up to 5 1/2″ of total lift with a full 4″ of setback. A matching bolt kit is available.
The T-H Marine Motor Stik fits over the trim rams to support the outboard while trailering. T-H Marine recommend a pair, but on Yamaha motors with a grease fitting on the port side ram, use a single Motor Stik on the starboard side only. The Panther Trim/Tilt Support is a simple block that locates on the ram shaft.
Common questions
What is the best auxiliary outboard bracket in NZ?
For kickers up to 25hp standard shaft, the Tenob TUFF rise and fall bracket is our pick. For motors up to 10hp, the OU017 or OU019 brackets suit lighter duty.
Can I tow my boat with the outboard on the bracket?
With the Tenob TUFF bracket, yes. Its stainless pivots and shake-proof fasteners mean nothing comes loose on the road.
How do I mount a long shaft outboard on a short transom?
The T-H Marine Outboard Bracket is designed for this. It handles outboards up to 150hp and gives up to 5 1/2″ of total lift with 4″ of setback.
Do I need an outboard motor support for trailering?
For outboards 150hp and up, a Motor Stik on the trim rams takes the pressure off the hydraulic system while trailering. Depending on distance and motor size, a single support may be enough.
What size rams does the Panther outboard motor support fit?
The Panther Trim/Tilt Support fits ram shafts from 0.625 to 0.75 inch, so check your ram diameter first.
Not sure which bracket suits your boat? Call us on 0800 273 9180 or visit our Burswood warehouse, Monday to Friday 8:30am to 5pm.
