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We replaced the battery but LX50 wouldn't start. Next day, it would start, run for a few minutes, then die. Giving it more fuel would also kill it. Did this several times.

We drained the gas tank thinking it's bad gas (daughter hadn't ridden it for a year).

Not sure what to try next--put in fresh gas, check a filter, other?

Any help is appreciated.

Greg
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Most likely clogged jets.
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Any guidance on how to clean them?

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I unplug the choke and remove the carb with front manifold and air box hose on .Pull vac line and fuel line off ,bottom drain hose.and put it on the bench.
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