Reply To: Hi from Karl

[Karl]

I have now stripped engine down to the crank. I will attempt to attach a few pictures.  I think the cam chain is worn out and that and the buthchers handiwork brought the bike to a halt. Engine sump was full of sludge, guessing condensation/oil mix but nothing appears broken apart from one cracked oil scraper ring. I have a question about the main bearings, the crank looks fine the shells however look pitted. Big ends may be the same though there’s no up and down play, a little side to side. Can they be used or do I need to replace, no experience with these type of bearings. Cheers.