How to Add Electric Power to Your Eddyline Kayak with the Bixpy Canada Versa Rudder

Eddyline Kayaks are known for their sleek hulls, lightweight builds, and refined on-water performance. Made with thermoformed materials, they’re lighter than many rotomolded kayaks while staying stiff, fast, and efficient. That combination makes them easy to carry, easy to load, and comfortable for long days exploring lakes, rivers, and coastal waters.

Most Eddyline touring and recreational models are designed to track straight and respond cleanly to steering input. They handle wind and current well, and they don’t waste energy with unnecessary drag. Because of this natural efficiency, Eddyline kayaks are excellent candidates for electric assist — as long as the motor system keeps the original feel of the boat intact.

That’s exactly where the Bixpy Universal Versa Rudder comes in. When paired with the Bixpy K-1 Motor, it adds quiet electric power while preserving the kayak’s balance, steering, and overall handling.

Installing the Bixpy Universal Versa Rudder on an Eddyline Kayak

Most Eddyline touring and recreational kayaks use a standard 10 mm rudder pin, which makes installation straightforward. To begin, remove your factory rudder from the stern. The Versa Rudder slides directly into the same pin location with no drilling, cutting, or permanent changes.

Once mounted, reconnect your existing steering lines. Eddyline kayaks already have a foot-controlled rudder system, so you can use the same pedals for smooth left-and-right control. Many models also include a pull-up line, which pairs nicely with the Versa Rudder and allows you to lift the motor when approaching shore, crossing shallow areas, or avoiding obstacles.

In just a few minutes, your kayak is fitted with a powered rudder that looks and feels like a factory upgrade.

▶ Watch the full Universal Versa Rudder installation  

Choosing Your Steering Style

After the Versa Rudder is installed, you can choose how you want to steer.

Foot Steering (Standard Option)
Using your existing Eddyline foot pedals keeps everything hands-free and familiar. It’s the simplest setup and feels just like paddling your kayak without a motor — only with added power.

Pole Steering (Optional Upgrade)
For paddlers who prefer hand control, Bixpy offers a telescoping Pole Steering system that attaches directly to the Versa Rudder. This gives you quick, direct directional control from a seated or standing position and is popular with anglers and photographers.

Both steering options work seamlessly with the Versa Rudder, so you can tailor the setup to your style of paddling.

Powering Your System

To run the motor, connect your K-1 to either the Bixpy PP-378 or PP-768 Outboard Battery using the waterproof cable. Each battery pairs with Bixpy’s wireless remote, giving you:

• 12 forward speed levels
• 3 reverse speeds
• Smooth, quiet acceleration
• Lightweight, waterproof power

The batteries are easy to place on your kayak without special mounts, keeping your deck clean and balanced.

Motorizing an Eddyline kayak with the Bixpy Universal Versa Rudder and K-1 Motor is one of the cleanest electric upgrades you can make. It installs quickly, works with your kayak’s existing steering, and preserves the lightweight, efficient feel Eddyline is known for.

If you’re ready to explore farther, stay out longer, and paddle with less effort, Bixpy gives your Eddyline kayak a quiet boost without changing what makes it special.

▶ Watch how to install a Bixpy motor on an Eddyline kayak