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How much damage can I do?

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Quick background-

Took exhaust off, sandblasted, powdercoated and reinstalled. Now there's an exhaust leak at #3 cylinder (? sitting on the bike, 2nd cylinder from the left) and the #4 cylinder isn't working since the pipe isn't getting as nearly as hot as the other pipes. Prior to removing the pipes, there was no leak and I wasn't aware of any power loss or difference between the pipe temperature.

I have spark and some compression to the cylinder, the plug is a little wet but not excessive, there's no visible smoke from the pipes.

Question...how much damage can I do if I ride the bike to the repair shop (20 minute ride) rather than trailering it?

Thank you for any input.
 
It's hard to say ,if you can trailer it that's what I would suggest. :wink:
 
did you replace the exhaust gaskets? if not, do that. it wont correct other problems, but you wont have leaks.
 
I replaced all 4 head gaskets and the 2 coupler gaskets.
I'll just chance it and ride it. I think the carbs need to be cleaned and reset which should cost around $300 or so. Hopefully that'll take care of the dead cylinder.

Thanks all for the input.
 
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