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That sounds like a normal XT to me! ( nah only joking) a well set up XT should start second kick third at a push. even in  cold!
my suggestions......
Lay off the Easystart. it can mask all sorts of problems. you dont want to be carrying that around all the time, they are made to run without it, so try not to use it.
Try a new properly gapped plug, you would be suprised what difference a new NGK can make. though I am sure you have already checked the HT stuff.
Dont even THINK about touching the throttle untill she fires, they flood easy! I have a kickstart only 1989 2KF and I keep the throttle closed till the second or the third kick, when she fires, open a quarter, let her settle then she will be ok.
failing that someone will come along soon and give some advice.
Martyn
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