Start up problems.

I pedal. I release clutch. The bike runs for 1.5 seconds and comes to a stop. I hear compression. Bike rolls during the 1.5. When I pull back the throttle it tries to move but it gets no where.

What are my trouble shooting options?

I'll take some pictures, but I'm sure it's the chain. I cut it too short and had to adjust the wheel to get it to fit. I didn't know that would cause issues if it were too tight.

Also...I took the spark plug out..walked the bike and put the tip to the engine and I saw no 'spark' as they tell me I would see.

EDIT: So I got it running. The problem now is that it want's to accelerate without me applying the throttle. When I get it to a stop it shuts off.

Edit2: OK. So after research I learned I must release the clutch. Now the only issue is when I LOCK the clutch in place it's not enough to keep it idle. It's time to call upon THE POWER. [ Insert 2 and a Half men Theme song ]. Pulling out THE GUNS lol.

crassius said:

look up the steps for adjusting clutch & cable here

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CLutch has been adjusted and bike can now idle. I'm going to let it idle for 10 min...let it cool....then take it for it's first power trip.

Thank you for the info. I no longer let it idle that long!