Trolling motor left on the boat

[Lakanooky]

I love my Min Kota Ulterra, but it is a PITA getting it on and off the boat. Im old and fat and its heavy and awkward. I am thinking of just leaving it on the boat with a good lock on it.

I understand it is designed to be in saltwater and so it is pertty tough, but im concerned leaving it long term out in the elements. Any thoughts on that?

 

[Elliott]

Mine has been on my boat for over two years. My boat is on the second level in a semi-covered stack at the marina; I do not use a cover (too much wind and trouble). I have a little lock on it, but it is really just for show. I could pull it off during the winter, but we use the boat from time to time during the winter. I use my MK as my primary anchoring device, unless I anchor off the beach (then OEM anchor and sand spike).

FWIW, my MK still looks new.