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Adding Propulsion To Your Watercraft Has Never Been Easier...

WELCOME TO KAYAKBUDDYS

We specialize in custom small, lightweight, 4-stroke air-cooled Honda-powered outboard systems and accessories for kayaks, SUPs, canoes, skiffs, sailboats, and small watercraft.

Latest Engine and Drive Builds

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Custom Mods to the KB Drive Platform

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Customer Build Options

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Coming Soon...

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If you are a kayak fisherman, explorer, hunter, or simply a person who needs to have a way to propel themselves on their next adventure, we have the outboard solution for you. No more struggling to fight the current, wind, or Mother Nature's fury when you least expect it.

We are proud to customize these systems for disabled paddlers and vets, along with anyone needing a change to the ergonomics and functionality of a small outboard. There is no other small gas engine system that can be configured for a user like ours.

Just ask, we are always here to help...

Our propulsion setups are available in engine sizes ranging from 35cc (1.3 hp) to 50cc (2.0 hp) and weigh only 23 lbs. with fuel.


The outboards are lightweight and easy to install and maintain. These air-cooled outboards make exceptional small motors for many styles of watercraft. These setups can be stored in small spaces and require a fraction of the maintenance of a traditional outboard. Air-cooled, no impellers, and no worries about your battery adding unneeded weight and cumbersome wiring to the fun.

With well over 1,000 systems built to date, we strive to be the best at small-engine propulsion systems. We lead the industry in custom Honda outboards for paddle craft.

If you require a special adaptation for your paddle craft, please let us know; we can accommodate your request. Contact Us...

Custom Builder

Engine Configuration Styles

If you can dream it up, we can build it...

Rear Mounted - Kayak

Rear Mounted - Canoe

Drop-In Mounted - Hobie

Rear or Pod Mounted - SUP

Custom Configurations

Custom Configurations

On-site Full Custom Rigging Is Now Available in NE Florida...

KB now offers complete installation and custom rigging for all kayak engine and motor systems, accessories, and wiring needs to enhance the performance of your kayak or paddle craft.
We are located in Jacksonville, Florida, so if you are in the area or want to drop your paddle-craft off, we can service and rig out your build exactly how you envisioned.

Please inquire for more details. 

  • 10+

    Years of experience

  • Over 1000

    Systems built and climbing

  • 100%

    Client satisfaction rate

Crescent K-Craft

Instructable: (Coming Soon)

 Setting up your Crescent K-Craft with KB power

Crescent K-Craft

Instructable: (Coming Soon)

Adding accessories to the
KB system

Prop Location

Instructable: (Available)

Setting up the prop height on your paddle craft

Running the Bracket Unlocked

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Running the engine bracket unlocked

Instructable: (Available)

Setting up the steering geometry and the twist throttle

Disclaimer:

We currently stock only genuine Honda GX Series 4-stroke 35cc and Honda GX Series 4-stroke 50cc. Honda quality is the best in the market and is the leader in dependable mini 4-stroke engine power-heads.

All upgraded engine legs are custom-built by KAYAK BUDDYS and are not a turned-around, mass-produced product with low quality and minimal durability. We use our products and make sure they can hold up to rigorous usage with minimal maintenance. Our hands touch all of these units, and all black steel and lower-quality components are removed.

These are not eBay or Amazon specials and will never be sold on eBay or Amazon in the upgraded format with real Honda engines.

That is a fact. From Shimano shifters, stainless throttle cables, billet connectors, JagWire Teflon-lined throttle cable housings, and 2-blade prop choices, there is no other small watercraft outboard business that goes to this extent to get the product right in our humble opinion.

Plus, our customer service rocks.

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About

We pride ourselves on customer service. Please call or email us with any concerns or questions you may have on our engine legs and complete systems. We are here to help.

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Contact Info.
  • Mr. Matthew Pate, Owner
  • 3352 Beauclerc Rd.
  • Jacksonville, Florida 32257
  • mattpate@comcast.net
  • (305) 926-2937


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