FAQS

The TEMO·450 comes with a magnetic key and its safety lanyard. To power on and start the motor, insert the key into one of the two slots located at the base of the control handle, on the right or left side. A 5-second safety delay is applied before startup.

Once the motor is activated, the battery gauge lights up. You can then press the trigger to start the motor.

The magnetic key acts as a safety kill switch: without it, the motor cannot be powered on or started. However, its presence alone is not enough to start the motor; a deliberate action on the trigger is required. Without pressing it, the motor remains off.

La jauge du TEMO·450 affiche la tension instantanée de la batterie. Lors d’une forte accélération, la batterie est davantage sollicitée, la tension baisse temporairement et une barre peut disparaître. Dès que l’on réduit la puissance, la tension remonte et une barre peut réapparaître.
L’autonomie réelle reste conforme aux performances annoncées : jusqu’à 52 minutes à pleine puissance et environ 1h45 à 70 %, à un peu plus de 3 km/h de moyenne.
Pour en savoir plus, consultez notre test vidéo détaillé

The TEMO·450 is a compact yet powerful motor, but it is not designed for speed. It propels dinghies up to their hull speed, typically around 3 knots, up to a maximum of 3.5 knots. It is therefore not intended to push against a head current stronger than 3 knots; in such conditions, it is recommended to tack.
The TEMO·450 delivers performance comparable to a gasoline outboard of up to 1.5 HP, while being lighter, quieter, and easier to use. For optimal efficiency, it is recommended to operate at a moderate throttle rather than continuously at full power. For harbor or mooring maneuvers, gradual acceleration ensures precise and comfortable control.

The TEMO·450 Carbon is not more powerful than the blue or pearl TEMO·450—the thrust remains the same. However, it focuses on elegance and performance: a lightweight and robust carbon tube, ultra-light weight (4.6 kg), extended runtime (60 min), premium components, and a 5-year warranty (excluding professional use).

No, you do not need a boat license to navigate with a TEMO·450 (equivalent to a 1.5 HP thermal engine).

At TEMO, we design our motors—including the TEMO·450—to be durable, reliable, and easy to repair. Our workshops in Brittany ensure fast servicing, thanks to a design based on modular, interchangeable components.
Each part of the motor can be easily identified and replaced, allowing for quick and cost-effective interventions. Wear parts are available in our online store under Spare Parts, along with tutorials to help you carry out replacements independently.

The batteries are designed to last between 500 and 1,000 charge cycles. With an average use of around thirty cycles per year, this represents over 10 years of use before considering replacement.

Your TEMO·450 is not only lightweight, quiet, powerful, and elegant—it is also very easy to winterize, thanks to a design with minimal mechanical parts.
To properly winterize your TEMO·450:
- Fully charge it.
- Run it for 10 minutes in fresh water to rinse the motor unit and optimize the battery charge level.
- Rinse the rest of the motor with fresh water, especially the mounting point, inside the blue tube vents, and the handle.
- Dry it thoroughly.
- Apply a connector spray (such as WD-40 contact cleaner) to the charging port.
- Spray through the blue tube vents as well to dry and clean the motor connector—no disassembly required.
- Store your TEMO·450 in its carrying bag, in a dry place, protected from UV exposure and rain.
- Every 3 months, recharge it for about one hour to maintain an optimal battery level.

With these simple steps, your TEMO·450 will stay as efficient as the first day for many years.

No worries! We've thought of everything…
TEMO·450 is 1.70m unfolded, but only 1.30m folded! So you can easily store it in your car boot! Or carry it on your back, on foot or by bike. You can also easily store the TEMO·450 in your boat, dinghy, or any other watercraft! TEMO·450 adapts to all your needs.

The list of advantages of the TEMO·450 is impressive!

First of all, it weighs less than 5 kg—almost 10 kg lighter than small gasoline engines (<2 HP). This makes it extremely easy to carry. Its compact size and tubular design ensure minimal bulk, making it easy to store and transport.

Another key advantage: the TEMO·450 is clean and silent. No more fuel cans smelling up your storage, staining your gear, risking spills in the harbor, or requiring frequent refills. The TEMO·450 simply recharges on electricity, ensuring a clean and quiet experience every time you go out.

It is also designed for all waters, even the shallowest. No need to tilt the motor when approaching the shore or crossing sandbanks—it naturally adapts to the water depth, allowing for smooth beach landings with dry feet.

The TEMO·450 is suitable for everyone, from beginners to experienced boaters. Its ergonomic handle is designed for both right- and left-handed users, and its adjustable telescopic shaft adapts to all body types and positions.

With the TEMO·450, complex installations are a thing of the past. Its lightweight design allows for one-handed handling, making installation effortless. The oarlock mounting interface ensures a quick and intuitive setup on the transom.

In terms of performance, the TEMO·450 is three times more powerful than rowing and meets 90% of dinghy users’ needs. It rivals small gasoline engines, capable of propelling boats up to 2.5 meters with two people and gear, and even small sailboats for harbor maneuvers.

Its tubular design allows for an easy grip for everyone—even ambidextrous users—ensuring comfort and control in all situations. Thanks to its lightweight construction, ergonomic handle, and adjustable shaft, the TEMO·450 naturally adapts to your movements.

After just a few outings, handling becomes intuitive, and the overall navigation comfort is significantly enhanced by the motor’s practicality.

The TEMO·450 is robust, but like any valuable equipment, it should be handled with care. Each motor is designed for optimal repairability, with easily replaceable sub-assemblies when needed.

You will find a full range of spare parts maintain, repair, or replace components of your TEMO·450. This selection includes all the essential parts to extend its lifespan and simplify maintenance.

The TEMO·450 is designed in France and, since 2026, assembled in Portugal at carefully selected production sites known for their industrial excellence and high-quality standards. Most components are sourced from France and Germany, ensuring strong traceability and full control of the supply chain. The TEMO·450 was awarded the Origine France Garantie label in 2024 and 2025, highlighting the brand’s strong local roots and the significant value created in France.

The TEMO·450 was awarded the Origine France Garantie label in 2024 and 2025, highlighting the brand’s strong local roots and the significant value created in France.

The TEMO·450 comes with a fixed oarlock interface, compatible with any transom. Simply attach the oarlock interface to the rear of your boat, then place the TEMO·450 onto it—you're ready to go in seconds.

If you prefer not to drill into your transom, a removable clamp-on version is also available in our accessories section.

Your TEMO·450 is not only lightweight, quiet, powerful, and elegant—it is also very easy to maintain, thanks to a design with minimal mechanical parts.

To properly maintain your TEMO·450:

- Rinse the motor with fresh water, especially the mounting point, inside the blue tube vents, and the handle

- Apply a connector spray (such as WD-40 contact cleaner) to the charging port

- Spray through the blue tube vents as well to dry and clean the motor connector—no disassembly required

- Store your TEMO·450 in its carrying bag, in a dry place, protected from UV exposure and rain

- Every 3 months, recharge it for about one hour to maintain optimal battery level

With these simple steps, your TEMO·450 will stay as efficient as the first day for many years.

The speed of the TEMO·450 outboard motor is controlled by throttle pressure. The actual range remains consistent with the announced performance: up to 52 minutes at full power and approximately 1 hour 45 minutes at 70%, at an average speed of just over 3 km/h.
To learn more, watch our detailed video test

The TEMO·450 comes with its 220 V/110 V charger and charges directly from a household outlet.
A 12 V converter charger with a cigarette lighter plug is also available to charge the TEMO·450 motor onboard your boat.

The 220V charger supplied with your motor allows a full charge in 3 to 3.5 hours on a standard mains socket (220V). It consumes approximately 0.37 kWh.
And for those who wish to charge on board, TEMO offers an optional 12V charger with a cigarette lighter plug.
With a power of 100W, it also allows a full charge in approximately 3.5 hours, for a consumption of about 30 Ah (at 12V).

By registering your motor in our Product and Extension Warranty section, you get an extra year free (excluding professional use).
The warranty for the TEMO·450 classic and Nacre edition is automatically extended to 3 years, while the TEMO·450 Carbon version benefits from a 5-year warranty.

The TEMO·450 is not just a uniquely designed motor: it was conceived to adapt to all boats up to 2.50 m, with simplified installation and use. From dinghies to tenders, including small sailboats, MiniCats, kayaks, or canoes, it can propel up to 500 kg.

The answer is yes (of course!).
Although the TEMO·450 is very lightweight and easy to carry in its transport bag, it can also be left securely on your boat or ashore.

To ensure this, the TEMO·450 features an anti-theft system, allowing you to lock it in place when unattended.

It is also equipped with a magnetic safety key that acts as a kill switch. Without the key, the motor cannot be started (thieves, don’t bother!).

Even though it is waterproof (IP67), the TEMO·450 can sink if dropped or not properly secured to the oarlock. With the buyoncy kit, your motor stays on the surface for quick and stress-free retrieval.

The TEMO·450 is waterproof up to its IP67 rating, meaning it can be submerged to a depth of 1 meter for up to 30 minutes without damage. Despite this, the rotating charging ring must always be properly closed during use.

The 220 V charger supplied with your motor allows a full recharge in 5h30 from a standard mains outlet (220 V). It consumes approximately 0.949 kWh. For those who wish to recharge on board, TEMO also offers an optional 12 V charger with a cigarette lighter plug. With a power output of 100 W, it provides a full recharge in approximately 12 hours, with a consumption of around 90 Ah (at 12 V).

The BMS (Battery Management System) is integrated directly into the battery pack, not the motor body. The battery therefore operates as an autonomous intelligent module, rather than a simple component dependent on the motor.
This architecture enables optimized management of charging, discharging, and safety, ensuring more reliable and controlled operation.

Yes. The TEMO·1000 features a support bracket that allows the motor to be tilted into three predefined positions marked on the motor arm.
To ensure safe operation in reverse, the bracket must be folded back against the motor body to prevent unintended lifting. Make sure it is properly engaged before use.

The lower section of the TEMO·1000 is equipped with a robust plastic protective skeg, reinforced with a stainless steel tip. This design absorbs impacts and reduces wear in case of accidental contact with the seabed, sand, or a slipway, while effectively protecting sensitive mechanical components. This skeg is also available as a spare part to extend the lifespan of your motor.

No, an anode is used to limit electrolysis (chemical reactions and oxidation) when a motor remains immersed in saltwater for extended periods.

For typical use of the TEMO·1000—launching, navigating for up to about one hour, then removing the motor—an anode is not necessary. Corrosion mainly occurs during drying, especially if the motor is stored in a humid environment. In such conditions, rinsing with fresh water followed by thorough drying is sufficient to limit marks and oxidation.

The TEMO·1000 is not designed for high speeds. Its propeller is optimized for torque, with optimal efficiency around 5 knots. It is therefore not suitable for pushing against a head current stronger than this speed; in such conditions, it is recommended to tack.

For optimal performance and extended range, it is recommended to operate the motor between 60% and 70% of its power rather than at full throttle. For harbor or mooring maneuvers, using between 10% and 50% power is more than sufficient—you will appreciate the precision and smooth control.

At TEMO, we design our motors—including the TEMO·1000—to be durable, reliable, and easy to repair. Our workshops in France (Brittany) ensure fast servicing, thanks to a design based on modular, interchangeable components.
Each part of the motor can be easily identified and replaced, allowing for quick and cost-effective interventions. Wear parts are available in our online store under Spare Parts, along with tutorials to help you carry out replacements independently.

An anti-theft kit, including two padlocks and three locking pins, is available for purchase in our Accessories section. It allows you to secure all detachable components of your motor, such as the battery, the motor arm, or its mount on your boat.

The TEMO·1000 comes with a standard 2-year warranty. But at TEMO, we want to offer you more! We are confident in the reliability of our products and believe that close customer support helps extend their lifespan.

Register your TEMO·1000 on our "product warranty and extensions" page and benefit from an additional 1-year warranty (excluding professional use).

To get the most out of your TEMO·1000 and extend its lifespan, here are a few tips to properly winterize your TEMO·1000 motor.
> Rinse it — clean the motor unit and battery separately;
> Activate winter storage mode on the battery following the TEMO manual;
> Check the charge level of your TEMO·1000 every 3 months;
> Store your motor in a clean place, protected from temperature variations.

Read the full article on winterizing the TEMO·1000 motor

To get the most out of your TEMO·1000 and extend its lifespan, here are a few daily care tips:
> Rinse the motor unit and the battery separately after each use.
> Store your motor in a clean place, protected from temperature variations.

Find all our tips to properly winterize the TEMO·1000 on our blog.

To recharge your motor, simply plug the cassette battery into a mains outlet using the 220 V charger supplied with the motor.
You can also recharge the TEMO·1000 using a 12 V cigarette lighter socket while on board your boat; this accessory is available for purchase in our accessories section.

> Make sure to connect the battery before plugging the charger into the mains outlet.
Note: the green LEDs on the battery indicate its charge level.
Charging time: 5h45 on 220V and 12h on 12V.

To start your TEMO·1000, insert the battery, then press the LED display. Next, place the magnetic key in its designated slot.
The screen will then display the battery level, power consumption, and remaining range. This information updates in real time according to your usage.
A detailed user guide is available for download in the Documentation Center section of our website.

The TEMO·1000 comes with a universal motor mount, compatible with most transoms thanks to its two ergonomic clamp screws. If your transom is wider, TEMO offers an optional extended screw length, available on the spare parts page.

The shaft height can be easily adjusted using the integrated mounting point on the motor, allowing you to perfectly set the immersion for your boat. Trim can also be adjusted directly at the mount fixed to the transom, optimizing vertical alignment and performance.

The TEMO·1000, equipped with its 949 Wh battery, offers up to 50 minutes of runtime at full power and up to 1 hour 38 minutes at mid-throttle. Its onboard computer allows you to monitor range in real time.

Need to stay on the water longer? The battery can be swapped in seconds thanks to its quick-connect system, making it easy to extend your runtime.

Comparable to a 3 HP gasoline engine, it delivers equivalent performance while being lighter, quieter, and more comfortable to use. With 27 kg of static thrust, it easily propels dinghies carrying up to 6 people, rowboats, sailing dinghies, as well as sailboats up to 8 meters or 1.5 tons. It easily fits most transoms thanks to its motor mount.

The TEMO·1000 is equipped with an onboard computer that provides real-time monitoring of battery level, instantaneous power, and remaining range. It also features an intelligent safety system capable of reducing speed or stopping the motor when necessary, particularly in cases of low battery or when debris such as seaweed accumulates in the propeller.

The TEMO·1000 is a marinized outboard motor and fully waterproof (IP67), designed to withstand humid and saltwater environments. During operation, it partially fills with water to cool the battery. Its gold-plated connectors provide effective protection against corrosion.

TEMO systems are compatible with TEMO batteries, which are modular and can be connected in parallel. Each battery has a capacity of 2.3 kWh, weighs 12 kg, and can be easily recharged from a shore power or domestic outlet. As semi-open systems, TEMO solutions can also be paired with partner stationary batteries. Range depends on the number of batteries connected, allowing you to use one or several depending on your needs.

We estimate a runtime of approximately 2 hours 50 minutes with a 2.3 kWh TEMO battery when using a 1,100 W motor.

SEASIDE range pods feature separate electronic units designed for plug & play installation. Their connectors, both robust and waterproof, simplify installation while ensuring system reliability.

Installation of the SEASIDE by TEMO range is plug & play, meaning you receive all the necessary components, tailored to your needs, to set it up without requiring additional equipment. However, basic electrical knowledge is recommended if you plan to carry out the installation yourself.

The motor units are protected by an aluminum housing, ensuring high durability. TEMO motors are equipped with fiber-reinforced plastic propellers, with an optional folding bronze propeller available. Waterproofing is ensured by a seal system, providing a highly robust structure and minimal maintenance for up to 1,500 hours.

Yes. Electric pods produce no direct emissions, generate no noise, reduce water pollution, and require minimal maintenance. They can be recharged using renewable energy sources, offering cleaner and more environmentally friendly navigation.

Yes. Their compact and modular design frees up space on board: only the motor unit is submerged, allowing for natural cooling, while the batteries and control units remain inside the boat. Only the throttle and display are installed outside.

No. Unlike gasoline engines, electric pods do not require oil, fuel, or filter replacements. Maintenance is therefore minimal, reducing costs and making life easier for boaters. TEMO pods are designed to operate for up to 1,500 engine hours with minimal maintenance, thanks to a design focused on repairability, recyclability, and high-quality customer support.

Yes. Thanks to direct drive, electric pods reduce mechanical losses and optimize power delivery, improving overall energy efficiency.

An electric pod is a modern propulsion solution that transforms the boating experience. It offers improved energy efficiency, requires less maintenance, and takes up less space on board, while providing a more environmentally friendly alternative to gasoline engines.

In addition, its silent and vibration-free operation makes navigation smoother and more enjoyable.

A pod is a compact and lightweight electric propulsion system mounted under your boat’s hull, which can be fixed or steerable, combining power, maneuverability, and discretion.

TEMO’s OUTPOD™ combines the advantages of a pod and a tilting electric outboard, installed outside the boat, typically directly on the transom.

The SEASIDE by TEMO pod range brings together all these configurations, offering an intuitive French electric solution for all types of boats, from leisure craft to professional vessels.