Walleyeman, plenty of room for a 9.9 kicker. Right now I run wireless controls to the main plus can tame my RPMs where needed for trolling speeds; however, a kicker would be nice to keep the running hours low on the main. I utilize my bow mount Minn Kota as my auto pilot. I am still wavering to determine if a kicker is worth the added costs, weight, etc. It would take many years to recoup your savings, if any. Sometimes less is best. At least I keep telling myself that. lol