New : Kahe Electric motor in St Martin

🛠️ Kahe – French innovation in electric marine propulsion in St Martin

Kahe is a French startup specializing in electric propulsion solutions for nautical activities, based in Lacanau (Nouvelle-Aquitaine) with domestic assembly. The company designs silent, compact, zero-emission motors for light watercraft, water sports and aquatic leisure activities. The local dealer offers the new 2025 Kahe Pod 600 an 1600.

🚀 Kahe POD 600 – multifunction 3-in-1 electric motor

The Kahe POD 600 is the brand’s flagship product: a 600 W multifunction electric motor capable of serving several marine uses with a single device.

✅ Main functions

• Electric outboard propulsion: primary motor for small boats and tenders

• Underwater scooter: transforms into a snorkeling scooter in seconds

• Electric assistance: ideal for kayaks, stand-up paddle boards, float tubes, etc.
  👉 All modes use the same motor and battery, with simple accessories for each configuration.

📊 Key features

• Power: 600 W (≈2 HP equivalent)

• Weight: approx. 4.5 kg (including battery)

• Battery: 420 Wh Li-ion (LG), fully waterproof (IPX8)

• Autonomy: up to 10+ hours depending on mode

• Speed: up to 11 km/h in light-assistance mode

• Waterproof rating: IPX8 (usable down to 5 m depth)

• Waterproof remote control with 3 speeds + reverse
  👉 All elements are designed for simplicity, comfort, and safety on the water.

🎯 Advantages

✔️ Ultra-light and portable
✔️ Highly versatile & quick to reconfigure
✔️ Silent, odor-free, and zero-emission
✔️ Safety-oriented design (automatic stop in case of fall)
✔️ App connectivity for control and monitoring
👉 A complete solution for gentle navigation and water leisure.

KIT Price. 1690 € (boat kite, snorkeling and paddleboard adaptor)

⚓ Kahe POD M – compact electric assistance

The Kahe POD M is a lighter, dedicated assistance model, designed mainly for kayaks, SUP boards, canoes and small tenders.

🟩 Usage

• Mounts in place of a fin or standard attachment to provide secondary electric propulsion.

• Helps paddlers and kayakers move effortlessly against wind or current.

• Can also act as a stabilizing fin when not powered.

📊 Main features

• Autonomy: more than 2 hours

• Max speed: up to ~7 km/h (depending on craft and conditions)

• Control: waterproof wireless remote (3 speeds, battery indicator)

• Battery: compact LG 99 Wh removable battery

• Weight: very light (~1.7 kg)
  👉 Ideal for users who want simple, lightweight electric assistance without a full motor system.

Special Price 350 € (instead of 470 €)

🧠 Quick comparison

👉 The POD 600 is a powerful, complete solution, while the POD M is compact and optimized for light assistance.

🏁 Why choose Kahe?

• French design & assembly

• Eco-friendly solutions: silent, odorless, carbon-free propulsion

• Innovative modularity: quick installation and mode switching

• Ease of use: waterproof remote, mobile app, intuitive handling