Paramotor Service & Assembly Information
Tests of premium 100% unleaded gasoline have demonstrated that MOGAS winter formulas may cause fade/stoppage at high throttle settings due to high vapor pressure in the gasoline causing bubble formation that results in fuel starvation. If you are having problems with fading or stalling switch to AVGAS.
1. Basics
A. Troubleshooting paramotors – Note: if you are unable or cannot service your paramotor, what to do?
B. Engine break-in procedures – All new or rebuilt engines must be broken in. If this is not done, the engine will have a much shorter life.
C. Paramotor essential tool kit – here are the tools (mostly from Harbor Freight) that you need to do basic work on your paramotor.
D. Paramotor assembly guide and accompanying video This video is for the Miniplane Thor 130, others similar.
E. Shipping a complete paramotor for travel – How to properly pack and ship a complete paramotor (including the frame and harness).
2. Paramotor info by make and model
Many of the issues with the Polini, Minari, Simonini, Vittorazi, and other engines are common to the Top 80 so be sure to check the Top 80 section if you cannot find what you are looking for.
General – Info common to all paramotors including torque values, electrical & ignition systems, etc.
Carburetors WG-8 & WB-37 Husqvarna 503282001 Polini carburetors
Polini Thor models
Vittorazi Atom 80 – user manual ONLY
