Redeye,
The power Torque motor is fitted with a G4 carby (Black plastic). Usually the motor rev's out at 2900 RPM's high throttle but if it is higher than that I would be looking for an air leak.
The first place would be the starter 'O' ring and then go to the 'O' ring on the mounting block for the carby.
Normally the speed for the self propelled is a normal walking speed not fast.
