Product Overview

The ePropulsion Spirit 2 is part of the new generation of portable electric outboards, with similar weight and portability of the ePropulsion Spirit 1.0 Plus, but 2-3x the power output, and all the benefits of electric! The ePropulsion Spirit 2 is available in a tiller or remote version and three different shaft lengths.

Key Features

Power & Boost Mode. The ePropulsion Spirit 2 has 2kW of continuous power, equivalent to a 5hp gas outboard. In boost mode, which lasts for one minute, the Spirit 2 can put out up to 3kW of power, equivalent to about a 6hp gas outboard. In our testing, we were able to get a small dinghy up on the plane in boost mode!

Cable Free Connections. Unlike the 1.0 Plus, the ePropulsion Spirit 2 doesn't have a cable that connects the battery to the motor. Simply open the cover on the motor, slide the battery on to the shaft, move the locking lever, and you're off to the races. Not only is this faster than dealing with a cable, but it this design makes it much more difficult to encounter broken or corroded data or power pins.

Upgraded Battery. The ePropulsion Spirit 2 Battery (the Spirit Battery Ultra) has a 1539Wh capacity, about 20% more than the ePropulsion Spirit Battery Plus, and weighs just four pounds more (23 pounds). The Spirit Battery Ultra also has four LED lights that indicate state of charge, so you don't need to plug the battery into the motor to check!

Upgraded Tiller. The tiller of the ePropulsion Spirit 2 can swing down to -90 degrees and up to 80 degrees, locking off at both of those positions, as well as 0 degrees and 45 degrees. The tiller is stronger and designed so that you can carry the motor from the tiller during transport. The tiller handle has the ability to extend about 5", allowing you to get your weight further forward in the boat, which is key if you'd like to plane!

Upgraded Display. The new color display on the ePropulsion Spirit 2 is significantly larger and easier to read than that on the ePropulsion Spirit 1.0 Plus. It includes much more data and options, including adjustable brightness, day/night mode, error log, motor hours, hardware and software versions, adjustable max power output in both forward and reverse, and a log of total hydro-regen energy produced. Plus, if you lose your kill switch, you can go into the settings and allow the motor to operate without it (power output is limited to 1kW in this mode).

Separate Transom Bracket & Shallow Water Tilt Angle. The ePropulsion Spirit 2 has a separate transom bracket that weighs ~5 lbs, making installing and removing the Spirit 2 a breeze. Once the transom bracket is attached to your boat or motor mount, simply drop the shaft on to the bracket. To remove it, press the button on the side of the bracket, then lift the shaft up. This transom bracket also includes a 35 degree shallow water tilt angle.

Easy Steering Lock / Unlock. Unlike the Spirit 1.0 Plus, you don't need to insert a pin under the battery to lock your steering. Instead, the Spirit 2 transom bracket has a tab on the bottom which you can slide forward and aft to lock or unlock steering without removing the battery. This feature is great for sailors who want to lock the Spirit 2 in place and use their boat's rudder to steer, or if you'd like to keep your motor centered when it's out of the water.

ePropulsion Spirit 2 Options

Shaft Length. Please be sure to select the correct shaft length for the ePropulsion Spirit 2. The lengths are the same as the ePropulsion Spirit 1.0 Plus/ Spirit Evo.

Control Options. The ePropulsion Spirit 2 is available in a tiller version and remote version. Unlike the ePropulsion Spirit Evo, it is not possible to easily switch between the two version. Tiller versions include the built in tiller. Remote versions ship with the ePropulsion Evo Top Mount Remote Control.

Battery. We recommend purchasing the ePropulsion Spirit Battery Ultra (Spirit 2 Battery) for use with the ePropulsion Spirit 2. It is possible to use ePropulsion E Series batteries or third party 48v batteries with the Spirit 2. Please note that doing so requires a Spirit 2 External Battery Cable. We are awaiting for pricing + availability of this cable.

What's in the Box

• ePropulsion Spirit 2 Shaft
• ePropulsion Spirit Battery Ultra Standard AC Charger
• ePropulsion Spirit 2 Propeller (pre-installed)
• Zincs (pre-installed)
• ePropulsion Spirit 2 User Manual & Quick Start Guide
• 2x ePropulsion Spirit 2 Kill Switch
• ePropulsion Spirit Battery Ultra (if selected)
• ePropulsion Evo Top Mount Remote Control (remote version only)

*Please note that the motor, battery and throttle (for remove version) arrive in separate boxes. The only thing in the box with the battery is the battery itself, its user manual, and the rubber cap for the battery connection point.

Charging Options

The ePropulsion Spirit Battery Ultra (Spirit 2 Battery) has four different charging options. Customers using ePropulsion E Series batteries or third party batteries can must use chargers that correspond to those batteries, not those listed below. Spirit Battery Ultra charging options include:

• Standard AC Charger. The Spirit Battery Ultra standard charger is included in the box with ePropulsion Spirit 2 shaft. This 218.4W charger plugs in to a regular wall outlet and takes about 8 hours to fully charge the Spirit Battery Ultra.
• Fast AC Charger. The fast charger for the Spirit Battery Ultra plugs into a standard wall outlet, but brings the charge time down to just 2 hours.
• Solar Charge Controller. The Spirit Battery Ultra Solar charge controller is designed to be used with a solar panel up to 400W. One end plugs into the motor, the other ends in MC4 connectors that attach to the solar panel. Also included is a 12v adapter cable; on side is MC4 connectors, the other plugs into a 12v outlet, allowing you to charge the Spirit Battery Ultra from a 12v outlet in addition to a solar panel. Max input power from a 12v charger is 13A / 156W. See user manual here.
• DC Charger. The Spirit Battery Ultra DC charger allows you to charge the battery from a 10-30V DC power source. Practically speaking, this means you can charge the Spirit Battery Ultra from a 12v or 24v battery or power supply. One end of the cable plugs into the battery, the other to a 12v outlet. Also included is an adapter with a female 12v outlet on one side and alligator clips on the other, allowing you to connect directly to battery terminal posts. See user manual here.

ePropulsion Spirit 2 FAQ

What is the range of the ePropulsion Spirit 2?

You can find range and run time data for the ePropulsion Spirit 2 further down on this page from both ePropulsion and EMO Electric’s test. Please keep in mind that range and run time varies by boat and environmental conditions. 

What’s the top speed of the ePropulsion Spirit 2?

In our tests with one adult aboard a 11’ Laguna 330 catamaran style inflatable, our max speed was 7.4mph in 2kW (full power in standard operating mode) and 12.1 mph at 3kW (boost mode). ePropulsion’s testing data with one person on board a 143 pound 11.5’ aluminum boat, their max speeds were 10.9 mph and 13 mph, respectively. 

What is boost mode?

Boost mode, also known as sport mode, allows you to temporarily increase the ePropulsion Spirit 2’s maximum power output from 2kW up to 3kW for one minute. Boost mode is not supported if your state of charge (SOC) is lower than 20%. If your SOC is between 20% and 30%, boost mode is limited to 2.5kW. Boost mode is also temperature dependent; if system senses that the motor or battery is too hot, you will not be able to enter boost mode. In our initial testing in January 2026 in New York (with temperatures around 35-40 degrees F) we were able to hit boost mode 3 times in a row. We will do more testing with a production unit soon.

Can the ePropulsion Spirit 2 get my dinghy up on the plane?

In our testing in calm conditions with one adult on board, we were able to get an 11’ inflatable dinghy up on the plane in boost mode at both 2.5kW and 3kW power output, but not at 2kW. We were not able to plane with two adults on board. We expect the ePropulsion Spirit 2 to have enough power to get most small, light weight dinghies on the plane with one person, but cannot guarantee this.

Can I use the ePropulsion Spirit 2 with third party batteries or larger ePropulsion batteries?

Yes! While most customers choose the Spirit Battery Ultra, it is possible to use ePropulsion E-Series or third party 48v batteries with the ePropulsion Spirit 2. Doing so requires purchasing the ePropulsion Spirit 2 External Battery Cable. If you plan to use a third party battery, please check with us first to ensure that the battery is compatible. Most 48v batteries 50Ah or larger are compatible.