Bondar Posted November 27, 2014 Report Share Posted November 27, 2014 Is anyone here using a motorguide xi5? I'm in need of electric and most likely going terrova. But would like to hear people's input on the new motorguide, especially people who may have fished both and can compare the two , I'm looking at 24volt 80lb Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kwikkfish Posted November 27, 2014 Report Share Posted November 27, 2014 Hey Bondar, I purchased the XI 5 this spring, 24v 80lb 60 inches. I previously owned a Terrova with same specs. The Xi5 is definately quicker, quieter and has a tighter spot lock. This is however compared to an older model Terrova. Knowing Minn Kota they have addressed any issues. Had 1 hickup with motor and customer service was awesome! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aplumma Posted November 27, 2014 Report Share Posted November 27, 2014 I am waiting for the download so it will talk to the hds5 Gen2 unit before getting one. All of my research has come back as it being a little quieter and the anchor feature as being tighter than the minn kota. The minn kota has a better display on the hand fob as to what the motor is doing though. Art Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishdawg Posted November 27, 2014 Report Share Posted November 27, 2014 I'd stay Minn Kota Jeff, simply because more people own them and parts & technical support is easily available if needed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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