Kawasaki engines will flood very easily. The choke cable location relative to the ignition switch is not ergonomic and makes it quite difficult to get the choke turned off quickly enough. So, only choke it enough to cut back on the oxygen enough to enrich the fuel air mixture no longer than it requires to remain running.
I noticed the ergonomic issue. I just tried reaching under the armrest with my left hand to activate the choke while twisting the ignition key with the right hand. Didn't actually crank it but the contortion seems workable.
And, bite your tongue on the black forks. You'll lose friends and make enemies with that kind of babbling! lol. Joke
I've kind of grown to like the black accents on my car, so that tolerance has extended into my mower. The car is fast, so I thought it might improve performance on the mower. What do you think?
Will look for your upgraded dash setup.