Hi i have a 97-ZX-11, its been a atleast a year since i rode it \r\ni just put in a new battery, i can get it started but only if the choke is on\r\nonce i turn off the choke it shuts down and also if i try to give it some gas it also stalls out can you please help to figure out how to keep it running

Gummed up carburetor jets are common issue with machines that have sat for a long time. This issue is fairly universal and the usual fix is to drain out all your old fuel (save it for the mower or something) drain carb bowl. Add fresh fuel and Sea Foam fuel additive. your carb may be too gummed up for a tool free fix - if it does not run better after this, then you should clear your jets with compressed air. you access these by removing the bowl at the bottom of the carb. Once your fuel system is straight, if it still won't run right, then you may have stuck piston rings. just try to keep it running long enough, and they may free up. If not, then you'll have to replace them. Bikebandit.com for parts.