If you figure out the mystery let me know. I have one doing the same. However here is what I have.
New:
std bore sleeve
std bore piston/rings
valve job
new OEM camshaft
compression was around 145psi, nothing earth shattering but things were not seated yet.
Now I have tried an ebay carb, with the same results. A Honda carb off a 110 with the same results. And had the original carb has been cleaned and adjusted at least 10x?
It dosent idle but runs fine off idle to WOT. Still sounds rich but will run all day. Timing is on, new aftermarket coil.
And to restart it........ push the throttle about an 1/4 of an inch and give it one pull. Starts every time......
SOOOOOOOO........... I'm stumped......
1984 Honda 200X
1999 Kawasaki Bayou
2000 XR 200