Motorguide X5 Owners - how do you like it?

[bman5150]

I used the search function and couldn't find many current reviews of this trolling motor. I did see where some folks reported issues with the direction arrow and a few other problems. Was curious how people that have had this TM now for a season or two or three feel about it and also would like to know if they had any issues with it so far.

thanks

[Bradrodfish]

Next time you are able to go to the ramp and see boats there. Take a look at what type troll motor they have and I am pretty sure that will answer your question.

[gettnet]

I have had a 36 volt X5 for two years. I would look elsewhere.

[bman5150]

Bradrodfish you're probably right. Everyone I see has a MK Fortrex.

[John Jackson]

I have an X5 for over a year. Plastic junk just like minn kota's. I wish the tour edition was still around. They were the best trollers. I've kept my old tour edition for a backup.

[Bruce2]

You talking Xi5 or the straight X5?

[Bullet 250]

I've had a 36v 105 X-5 since June of 2016, runs fine, does shut off for a quick bit when you hit something kinda hard, I did adjust the arrow once, other than that, it's quiet and smooth, but I do have a brand new Tour Edition 109 just in case

[rocketmanjp]

I’ve had an X5 24V 80# for 2-1/2 yrs and have had no issues with it. I like it.

[Josey Wales]

I have an 80# model as well, been running it for 2 years now without a single issue, was hoping that Motorguide would come out with something to compete with the Ultrex, hasn’t happened yet so I’ll be running an Ultrex this year.

[piketroller]

On one of my boats, I replaced a 24V Maxxum with a 24V X5 a couple years ago, and the X5 is a substantial step up. Everything about it I like more, except for the directional arrow that can get moved out of position if you stow the motor in a position that makes the lower unit turn a bunch to get seated in the mount. But you can just twist it back into place. Or call MotorGuide and have them send you a new motor head cover. I just learned to steer the motor into the position where the lower unit won't need to spin a lot during stowing and its a non-issue. I'm one of the guys that likes the momentary button where it is on the MG pedals instead of the opposite side for MK.

[bman5150]

Thanks guys. I’m going to talk with a guy this weekend who repairs MG and MK trolling motors. He should have good insight on both motors I’m considering.