2010 250 Te Newbie

Hi. Just got a 2010 250 TE and am having a tough time getting it started. It started fine when we bought it so I know the bike is OK.
There is red lever which i thought was a compression lever but I think its actually a "choke" of some kind ?
Can someone please explain the starting process for the bike
Thanks!
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When she’s cold you pull in on the lever as you’re starting the bike and hold in until for a shot while. It’s basically a fast idle. I’m assuming you have the key on, the kill switch on and a good battery. I know that kill switch got me a few times when it was new.

Thanks for this. We did manage to get it going, but need to get the electric start going, cause it is a bit tough to kick start it all the time, especially when we are still learning how to ride.

Pull the red lever in when starting, about halfway. Let it keep idle higher (2000+) until warm. Bike should idle around 1800...a little lower or higher not a big deal.