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Hello I am having problems with my 2004 kawasaki kx 250f. The biggest problem of it all is that I am afraid of running the bike because I do not want to blow a head gasket. When started up the bike backfires and pops it also seems to be running a bit lean. It may not be lean I am not sure I just purchased the bike recently. Also it is extremely hard to start up the bike. It will literally take about 20 kicks on the kick start to get it started and then when it dies even though the engine is already hot it is just as hard to get it started up again. Please help me out. Where should I start. Also spark plug has been replaced along with the pilot jet. Thank you so much for your help.

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Starting problems on your bike are usually related to twisting the throttle too often. Remember, the carb has a diaphragm pump in it that gives a shot of gas each time the throttle is twisted. That means the engine can flood quickly if you get happy on the gas. Gently use the kickstart lever to ease the piston just past top center on the compression stroke. Now give a good strong kick. Repeat as needed.

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