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kawdude:
All,
My KX has always been a beotch to start.  I wondering about where the timing marks should be aligned.  It seems that I've read the retarding or advancing the ignition may help this issue.

gowen:
Hey,

It could be a few things. I was having your same issue, but mine ended up being the jetting way off. The mark should be on the center of the three. You might have to experiment with them. Make sure your choke is working! You might consider changing to an EIX (iridium) because it can take a weak ignition and make it spark like a good ignition. Consider maybe changing your ignition system for a new one if found weak. I believe I have one laying around somewhere, since I don't use it anymore. Goodluck and let me know.

Spider:
Make sure your kickstart lever is set to get a full throw, any thing less won't do.

Dale

kawdude:
I've been screwing with the jetting for some time now and the closed thru 1/4 throttle seems good.  I doubt the ignition is the best.  I had a EIX plug in it and lost spark the last time I was riding.  I replaced with a plug out snowmobile that's been sitting since 85 and the spark had to be ten times brighter.  Started and ran good.  I'm not sure what to do to make this start easier.  I'm about ready to sell it.

kawdude:

--- Quote from: Spider ---Make sure your kickstart lever is set to get a full throw, any thing less won't do.

Dale
--- End quote ---


It is.  Right now I'm having a problem with the kick start not grabbing in the Illinois cold.  I'm sure it's wore but probably related to too thick a oil being used.

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