Polini Thor first few flights

New motor and new flying site, first two flights from Southport next one from next door neighbours garden. Lots of fun, but need to improve my technique

Category:

Sports

Tags:

• Thor
• Dudek
• Synthesis
• Polini
• Paramotor
• PPG
• Paramotoring

[pentangle2]

This was my 1st Polini Thor which went on to take me on my attempt to fly round Britain for Charity. It did well until I neglected to replace the gearbox oil often enough near the end of the trip and I seized the clutch. My fault, definitely not the motor's. My consumption was 4-5 litres/hr on a 29 synthesis, but these are not renowned as frugal wings. The 2nd one I purchased with the Bulldog frame & is still going very strong now. Easy to start and getting 3-4 litres/hr on a 26 Speedster wing.

[pentangle2]

I am not sure exactly as it depends on the wing you use too. I weigh 168 pounds and so you may find it a little short on thrust

[miroslavsvec]

whatis your experience with this engine after one year now?

- did you keep it?

- what is the consumption?

- is it reliable?

thank you

[Leocir]

Hi there, I'm considering to buy a Polini engine but not sure if it will take my 220 pounds... what do you think? Am I too heavy for this engine??? Thanks!