Customer Reviews: X Series Adjustable Handle Trolling Motor
Rated 4.78 out of 5 stars based on
41 customer reviews.
100% of reviewers recommend this product.
Awesome power,money well spent
Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
I had an older 40lb unit,this new 55lb unit is night and day difference. I was unable to get parts for my old unit,and there tech support man sold me an upgrade for 50 percent off.thanks again Paul please send me a free 2xx short sleeve tee shirt....
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5 out of 5 (1 = Poor, 3 = Average, 5 = Excellent)
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5 out of 5 (1 = Hard, 3 = Moderate, 5 = Vesy Easy)
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Both
Reviewed by paul D.
on May 27, 2026
Verified buyer
Recommends this product
Built tough, but false feature
Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
Trolling motor is built like a tank, but I was under the impression the handle was telescopic as described on the website. Tried pulling the handle out and nothing so assuming I only have the tilt feature. @Newport you may want to delete the 6" telescoping if it's not a standard feature. I will be picking up an extension handle sooner or later.
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4 out of 5 (1 = Poor, 3 = Average, 5 = Excellent)
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4 out of 5 (1 = Hard, 3 = Moderate, 5 = Vesy Easy)
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Freshwater
Reviewed by Samuel B.
on May 11, 2026
Verified buyer
Recommends this product
Response from Newport:
Glad to hear you're finding the motor durable. Thanks for the feedback. The X Series tiller handle does include both tilt adjustment and a 6" telescoping extension. We’ve reached out directly with some additional information to help make sure everything is operating as expected. If there’s an issue with the handle itself, we’ll be happy to help get it taken care of.
Great alternative to Minn Kota
Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Quality motor with lots of power and versatility.
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5 out of 5 (1 = Poor, 3 = Average, 5 = Excellent)
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5 out of 5 (1 = Hard, 3 = Moderate, 5 = Vesy Easy)
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Freshwater
Reviewed by John D.
on August 20, 2025
Verified buyer
Recommends this product
Excellent product…
Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent product…
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5 out of 5 (1 = Poor, 3 = Average, 5 = Excellent)
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5 out of 5 (1 = Hard, 3 = Moderate, 5 = Vesy Easy)
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Freshwater
Reviewed by Julian
on February 5, 2025
Recommends this product
Failed before warranty over but Newport did replace so glad for that
Rating: 3 out of 5 stars
It worked fine for a while but then stopped. I have since received a warrantee replacement and hope it lasts longer
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4 out of 5 (1 = Poor, 3 = Average, 5 = Excellent)
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5 out of 5 (1 = Hard, 3 = Moderate, 5 = Vesy Easy)
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Saltwater
Reviewed by David A.
on December 19, 2024
Verified buyer
Recommends this product
This trolling motor has great performance
Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
This trolling motor has met all my expectations I've only been out one time for about 5 hours and it lift the battery nearly fully charged and has got good power moving my 16 foot fiberglass boat with 3 people and equipment aboard with no problem
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5 out of 5 (1 = Poor, 3 = Average, 5 = Excellent)
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5 out of 5 (1 = Hard, 3 = Moderate, 5 = Vesy Easy)
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Freshwater
Reviewed by Danny B.
on November 5, 2024
Verified buyer
Recommends this product
Great Warranty Service
Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
My motor worked great until it didn’t. Wrote Newport and they decided to replace my 1 year old motor with a brand new motor free of charge. Got the new motor 10 days after I filed my warranty claim.
Reviewed by JAMES H.
on September 12, 2024
Verified buyer
My Newport
Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
I would’ve given this review 5 stars as the return process was quick and straightforward, as a slight negative it’s suggested you replace the speed switch prior to starting the return process. I’m my case it was $30 with shipping for some thing I clearly didn’t need and not worth returning…
Reviewed by Todd C.
on July 16, 2024
Verified buyer
Works great!
Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
It was very easy to get the trolling motor ready for service and it has performed very well to date.
Reviewed by David C.
on October 25, 2023
Verified buyer
Outstanding
Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Extremely quick turnaround and service on a warranty exchange. Outstanding!
Reviewed by James Y.
on October 6, 2023
Verified buyer
We love our X
Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
So far it’s a little weedy where we launch and our X does a good job at chewing it up. Just at first speed, it moves at a good rate. We have a 14’ aluminum deep v and it works great. As far as battery use, we can go for 8 hrs and the battery barely moves down. It comes with a 50 breaker but we got the Newport battery box that has built in breakers (worth checking out if needing a great battery container with USB and cig socket) You can over pay with the other “well know brand” but if you want to over pay for cheaply made product then go waste money. If you want a great troller, you won’t regret getting the X-series!
Reviewed by Leslie L.
on August 11, 2023
A company that backs up their product
Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
A little over a year ago I purchased the X Series 55lb trolling motor, loved it until it stopped working on me. I shelfed it till recently and tore it apart, the motor seal failled and the motor compartment filled with water. I sent pictures and within 24hrs I was responded to with a shipment of a new motor. Great SERVICE!What I love about this over the endura:Handle is designed with a flat area giving you information by the shape at where you are in the speed selection by feel. The endura is the same shape all the way around the handle. Tilting head, endura does not have it.Included 60amp breaker, endura I had to buy one.Large 3 bladed prop (more force), endura a smaller two blade prop.Note that the batter meter works with lead acid batteries and is not useful for lithium Ion battery.I prefer the Newport over the Endura, hope I have a better run with this motor. My video review is on this link: https://youtu.be/bH2ZP9aPG4wI hope this helps those considering this motor.
Reviewed by Michael R.
on August 3, 2023
Verified buyer
Excellent Service
Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
The overall process was great. Newport kept me updated on everything. Great experience!
Reviewed by Randy J.
on July 20, 2023
Verified buyer
X series 55lb thrust
Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
This trolling motor is excellent. Lots of power for my Tracker 1236 Jon boat. With to big guys a casting deck and lots of gear. Moved us along at 6.8mph With all the adjustable flexibility on this motor you can really get comfortable while using it over several hours in a day. Compared to other trolling motors that I have used. It also used very little of the battery power that was available. Couldn’t be any happier.
Reviewed by Fred B.
on July 7, 2023
Verified buyer
Fantastic!
Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
I own the 40lb and 55lb in the XSeries. I use them both in saltwater only, down in the flats of central Florida. Probably the harshest conditions you can put an electric motor through. The both perform fantastically, reliable and customer service was a pleasure to work with when I did have an issue with my 55lb. Took care of my issue and had it back on the water within a week. Keep it up Newport!!
Reviewed by Stephen K.
on June 13, 2023
Verified buyer
New trolling motor
Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Looks great .not got to put it on and use it. weather turn off cold again can't wait to go try it out. Thanks fast shipping and great price
Reviewed by Michael C.
on March 14, 2023
Verified buyer
Trolling motor
Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
Would have given a 5 except for speed control detent doesn't work properly
Reviewed by Steve C.
on December 30, 2022
Verified buyer
x-Series 55 Rocks
Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Works great pushing my 16 ft jon boat around. Handles current well, especially on level 5.
Reviewed by Thomas B.
on December 7, 2022
Verified buyer
Customer Service is not dead!
Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
My X Series - Electric Trolling Motor failed after a few months of use. I was expecting a hassle when I tried to get it fixed or replaced. To my surprise, I got through to Support right away. With in two days, Kipp sent me a new speed switch which we thought was the problem. When I reported that the switch didn't fix the problem, Sierra and Kayleen processed my warranty claim and sent me a new motor within a week. New motor works great and Newport's customer support is exceptional.JC, Lake Tahoe
Reviewed by John C.
on October 21, 2022
Verified buyer
SWEET
Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
So far, I've noticed my new X series motor is very quiet and smooth. I really like the low speed which allows me to stand in my wooden drift boat and cast. The highest speed gives plenty of power to get back upstream.
Reviewed by William K.
on October 3, 2022
Verified buyer
