Super sick idea, 2-cylnder and 4-cylinder 2-stroke paramotor engine (DLE 170, DLE 222), that is cool in itself. As basic physics already figured, a small prop with the same exact engine produces Significantly less thrust. If I knew there were buyers I'd pursue a belt reduction drive project to add to a DLE engine (I'm an engineer trying to go my own way), however the price point would have to be $800-$1200. Under the business / marketing context: that's a problem, the gear box costs as much or more than the engine itself. This has a similar feeling to the Blackhawk honda clone engine belt drive kit that is now defunct, why is it defunct with people constantly wanting to make a honda clone paramotor engine? Here is a thought experiment: you'd have to spend $1500 to make 15 hp+ out of a predator 212, along with a $1000 belt reduction system...may as well get an Atom 80 at this point to get the same thrust for less weight. Also, in no way would I take responsibility or liability for chinese engines, can you imagine the support and warranty claims of any US based company that starts selling DLE engines for paramotors.
@GDFred882 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the fast-motion "breakdown" footage at the end. I've been wondering how small these breakdown. It looks like it would fit in a small suitcase for air travel. Thoughts?
@TexasParasurvival2 жыл бұрын
Definitely believe it would fit in a small case. I think it might fit in my Nobile Kiteboard check baggage.
The paramotor with harness, engine and prop was $2850 US.
@hankhopkins35872 жыл бұрын
What kinda TBO is on the engine? Time before overhaul.. some could be disposable.. I'm really considering to sell the ultralights, and just get new gear, wing an motor, plus some training.
@flywithjordanparagliding2 жыл бұрын
How much does this unit weigh?
@TexasParasurvival Жыл бұрын
About 35lbs with 1 h Gallon of fuel.
@leowania18522 жыл бұрын
what is the link
@leowania18522 жыл бұрын
how can i buy one?
@TexasParasurvival2 жыл бұрын
They have them for sale on AliExpress
@McDinglefart_699 ай бұрын
Don't. Why risk your life buying cheap chinese crap from cheap crappy chinese shop. You want to be that next pilot which rottar came off mid-flight?
@leowania18522 жыл бұрын
who can I buy it
@TexasParasurvival2 жыл бұрын
I’m about to put both of my on EBay. I’ll send you the link once I get them uploaded.