Can't drive my v-star

 I have a v-star 650 custom which wasn't driven over the winter, and
also wasn't "winterized".

I charged the battery, and I can start the bike, but it dies if i push
the choke in, or give it any throttle.  I suspect the carburetor is
gummed up.  I can't drive the bike to the shop because even with full
choke, the bike dies when you give it throttle.

What quick fix can I do to get the bike drivable enough to take to the
shop?

If no quick fix, what's the best way to start cleaning the
carburetor?  (I have very limited automotive repair experience)

Thanks

 jpauljpauljpauljpaul@gmail.com wrote:

for your level, have the shop come and get it. pay the tow bill.
end of the summer, do some reading about how to winterize.
your bike needs the varnish drained out of the gas tank and the carb needs
cleaning. your battery needs testing and have the tires looked at for flat
spots and dry rot.
you can learn to do this all yourself, but not if you want to ride soon.
byte the bullet, pay the overpriced charges and count yourself lucky.
it's a cheaper lesson than you might have gotten.
then do your homework, ok?

 

As usual it is the rider's fault.
Amateur
I hope he goes to a good riding school soon too.

 
go buy a harley, ya intolreant extrterristickle!

 
Nice comment, ass.  I went to riding school before I ever got my
bike.  In the past I've winterized my bike.  It happens that last fall
I had to leave the country due to a death in the family.  I only
returned after the winter (so no chance to winterize my bike).

Why the hell do people like this post when someone is looking for help?