Bike will not start - running out of ideas...

[5twins]

With only 54 lbs of compression, I don't think the timing really matters much, lol.

 

[Chappy]

You mentioned several times that you set the cam timing, but have you done a good job of making sure you have good valve clearance? A little loose is better than tight in the situation your in. You can always go back in and adjust up tighter if shes making noise after its running and warm.

 

[stange_dk]

Hi again,

After being hung up in work I finally got some time in the workshop again. Took the engine out and disassembled the top end. Cam mark was spot on vertical with the pistons at tdc. I then took the head outside and poured gas in into the valve chambers and no leaks... But I may get a pro to check the valves just to make sure. Next up is checking cylinder, pistons and rings again...