Air filter – Is it clogged or dirty?
• Adjustment of governor – remember that you may sacrifice low end torque (related to hill climbing) when the RPMs are set too high. In the mountains we often recommend around 2600 RPMs. • Throttle linkage adjustment • Low cylinder compression • Spark plug condition • Restricted fuel flow • Clutch is not backshifting properly to the top The carburetor keeps flooding. What could cause that? Check the inlet valve for leaking, dirt, wear, and damage. The float in the carburetor may be damaged or need adjustment, or the float needle valve may not be functioning properly. Also check to see if the carburetor vent is blocked. to the top I turn the key and hit the gas and get nothing. First check to see that the neutral lockout cam is the in the right position. Check fuses and battery.