HORIZONTAL MEASURE

Choose the most appropriate side of the transom. Since the outboard tiller is usually on the port side of the motor, most kickers are mounted on the starboard-side of the transom to facilitate easier tiller steering and throttle control while slow-trolling or putting home. Determine a position on the transom far enough to the side so that the kicker will not interfere with the operation or swing of the sterndrive or main outboard and vice versa. Make sure the position allows for through-bolting of the motor bracket.