will not run

[klepto]

i have a 2002 polaris sportsman500 h.o. it was recently stolen and i just got it back. and i cant get it running, they crammed a screwdriver in the ignition and messed it all up. its pretty only has 2000 kms on it, i tried dumping gas in the head, it has tons of spark, there is fuel moving to the carb, the carb has been cleaned, it back fires once in awhile, arre there fuses i can check for??? relays ?? and where are they on the quad, but i just dont know what else to try, some 1 PLEASE help me out, im getting really frustrated, thank you...............

[jwscroll]

You should start with what you know. You know the switch needs to be replaced, thats a good starting point. Most punched ignitions are only good for a few turns then they short out.

[535banshee]

do a compression test they have a compression release that has to be removed first or you will get a false reading