{"product_id":"minn-kota-quick-release-bracket-mka-87","title":"Minn Kota Quick Release Bracket MKA-87","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"h2title\"\u003eMinn Kota Quick Release Bracket MKA-87\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Minn Kota Quick Release Bracket MKA-87 lets you remove and reattach an electric-steer, bow-mount trolling motor without unbolting it from the deck. It is built from high-yield composite for corrosion resistance, with a low-profile design for deck clearance, and it is the replacement for the MKA-21 bracket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe trolling motor attaches to the top bracket, which drops in over a deck-mounted puck, and the locking handle can be secured with a padlock (sold separately). Stainless steel mounting hardware and a locking pin are included. The MKA-87 is listed for motors no larger than 80 lb (36.3 kg) of thrust and 60 in (152.4 cm) of shaft length, and it is compatible with most Minn Kota electric-steer bow-mount models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr style=\"clear:both;\"\u003e\u003chr\u003e\n  \u003ch3 class=\"h3title\"\u003eMKA-87 Quick Release Bracket Specs \u0026amp; Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Release Mechanism:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lets you take an electric-steer, bow-mount trolling motor off the deck and put it back on, so the motor is not permanently fixed in place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCorrosion-Resistant Composite:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-yield composite construction resists rust and corrosion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLockable Handle:\u003c\/strong\u003e The locking handle can be secured with a padlock, sold separately, for added security.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow-Profile Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Attaches to the top bracket and drops in over a deck-mounted puck, with a low profile for deck clearance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStainless Steel Hardware:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless steel mounting hardware and a locking pin are included with the bracket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdl style=\"list-style: none; padding: 0; margin: 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: list-item; list-style-type: disc; padding: 1px 0; margin-left: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdt style=\"display: inline; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eBracket type:\u003c\/dt\u003e \u003cdd style=\"display: inline; margin: 0;\"\u003eQuick release bracket for electric-steer, bow-mount trolling motors\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: list-item; list-style-type: disc; padding: 1px 0; margin-left: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdt style=\"display: inline; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eMaximum motor thrust:\u003c\/dt\u003e \u003cdd style=\"display: inline; margin: 0;\"\u003e80 lb (36.3 kg)\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: list-item; list-style-type: disc; padding: 1px 0; margin-left: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdt style=\"display: inline; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eMaximum shaft length:\u003c\/dt\u003e \u003cdd style=\"display: inline; margin: 0;\"\u003e60 in (152.4 cm)\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: list-item; list-style-type: disc; padding: 1px 0; margin-left: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdt style=\"display: inline; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/dt\u003e \u003cdd style=\"display: inline; margin: 0;\"\u003eHigh-yield composite\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: list-item; list-style-type: disc; padding: 1px 0; margin-left: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdt style=\"display: inline; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eHardware:\u003c\/dt\u003e \u003cdd style=\"display: inline; margin: 0;\"\u003eStainless steel mounting hardware and pins\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: list-item; list-style-type: disc; padding: 1px 0; margin-left: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdt style=\"display: inline; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eLocking handle:\u003c\/dt\u003e \u003cdd style=\"display: inline; margin: 0;\"\u003eCan be secured with a padlock (padlock sold separately)\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: list-item; list-style-type: disc; padding: 1px 0; margin-left: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdt style=\"display: inline; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eDesign:\u003c\/dt\u003e \u003cdd style=\"display: inline; margin: 0;\"\u003eLow-profile, attaches to the top bracket and drops in over a deck-mounted puck\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: list-item; list-style-type: disc; padding: 1px 0; margin-left: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdt style=\"display: inline; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/dt\u003e \u003cdd style=\"display: inline; margin: 0;\"\u003eQuick release bracket assembly, stainless steel mounting hardware, locking pin\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: list-item; list-style-type: disc; padding: 1px 0; margin-left: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdt style=\"display: inline; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/dt\u003e \u003cdd style=\"display: inline; margin: 0;\"\u003eOne year\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr style=\"clear:both;\"\u003e \u003chr\u003e\n\n\n\n\n\n\u003c!-- FAQ BLOCK START - minnkota-batch-018 - initial build - 2026-10-06 - remove everything between these two comments to roll back --\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"h2title\" id=\"faq-mka-87\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions About the Minn Kota MKA-87\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"faq-mka-87-which-motors\" style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #d0dce8; padding:14px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer; font-weight:bold; color:#1a3e6e; font-size:17px;\"\u003e\n    Which trolling motors does the Minn Kota MKA-87 fit?\n  \u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding-top:10px; line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe Minn Kota MKA-87 is a quick release bracket for electric-steer, bow-mount trolling motors no larger than 80 lb (36.3 kg) of thrust and 60 in (152.4 cm) of shaft length. It is listed as compatible with most Minn Kota electric-steer bow-mount models. A model-by-model fit list is not published for this bracket, so contact us with your motor model and shaft length before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"faq-mka-87-how-it-locks\" style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #d0dce8; padding:14px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer; font-weight:bold; color:#1a3e6e; font-size:17px;\"\u003e\n    How does the Minn Kota MKA-87 attach and lock the motor?\n  \u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding-top:10px; line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe Minn Kota MKA-87 attaches the trolling motor to a top bracket that drops in over a deck-mounted puck, so the motor can be removed from the deck and put back. The locking handle can be secured with a padlock for added security. A padlock is not included. Check that your boat has, or can take, a deck-mounted puck before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"faq-mka-87-whats-included\" style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #d0dce8; padding:14px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer; font-weight:bold; color:#1a3e6e; font-size:17px;\"\u003e\n    What comes in the box with the Minn Kota MKA-87?\n  \u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding-top:10px; line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe Minn Kota MKA-87 includes the quick release bracket assembly, stainless steel mounting hardware and a locking pin. A padlock is sold separately, and the trolling motor and deck-mounted puck are not listed among the contents. Bracket dimensions, weight and mounting hole pattern are not published for this model, so contact us if you need them before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"faq-mka-87-replaces-mka-21\" style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #d0dce8; padding:14px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer; font-weight:bold; color:#1a3e6e; font-size:17px;\"\u003e\n    Is the Minn Kota MKA-87 the replacement for the MKA-21?\n  \u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding-top:10px; line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe Minn Kota MKA-87 is listed as the replacement for the MKA-21 quick release bracket. Both are low-profile brackets that drop in over a deck-mounted puck. Whether the two share the same puck and mounting layout is not published, so contact us if you are swapping an MKA-21 and want to confirm the fit before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"faq-mka-87-warranty\" style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #d0dce8; padding:14px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer; font-weight:bold; color:#1a3e6e; font-size:17px;\"\u003e\n    What warranty covers the Minn Kota MKA-87?\n  \u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding-top:10px; line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe Minn Kota MKA-87 carries a one-year warranty. The \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/minnkota.johnsonoutdoors.com\/us\/support\/warranty\/accessories\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eaccessories warranty\u003c\/a\u003e covers defects in materials and workmanship for one year from the date of purchase, requires a serial number and proof of purchase, and excludes commercial or rental use, normal wear, accidents, misuse and modifications. See that page for the full terms and the claim process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"color:#2c5f8a; font-size:14px; margin-top:18px;\"\u003e\n  Still have questions? Message our Chat, call us at \u003ca href=\"tel:+18449875777\"\u003e844-987-5777\u003c\/a\u003e or email\n  \u003ca href=\"mailto:sales@ecofishingshop.com\"\u003esales@ecofishingshop.com\u003c\/a\u003e. Shipping, delivery and\n  other questions can be answered on our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ecofishingshop.com\/pages\/faq\"\u003eFAQs page\u003c\/a\u003e.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- FAQ BLOCK END - minnkota-batch-018 --\u003e\n\u003cbr style=\"clear:both;\"\u003e\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYour Satisfaction with Minn Kota is Guaranteed:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Minn Kota MKA-87 carries a one-year warranty.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep your proof of original purchase on hand, since it is required for any warranty claim.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Minn Kota","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41671854653574,"sku":"1854087","price":99.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1692\/6033\/files\/minn-kota-mk87-2.jpg?v=1791292907","url":"https:\/\/ecofishingshop.com\/products\/minn-kota-quick-release-bracket-mka-87","provider":"Eco Fishing Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}