Looking for some guidance on the two options I have basically for repairing or replacing the motor in my 1994 300 Honda Fourtrax 4×4. Just recently tore down bike and removed top end of motor to find one valve had broke off into motor causing damage to head gasket and piston head was cracked. The walls of the cylinder have no scarring or damage and could seem to be cleaned up but i have little knowledge in engines to know if it would have to be replaced or not. I have also located a motor out of a 93 300 foutrax 4×4 for $300 and I’m looking for advice and how to check over a motor before purchasing to make sure I’m not buying someone elses problem.
My bike broke on me going up quite a steep hill shifting from 2nd to 3rd gear and bike shut right down and would never start again. Kickstart would not even go down with me standing on it and starter would just spin freely and not engage motor.
I’m looking for opinions on what the better solution would be price wise if i was able to find a head gasket and order rings piston for less than $300.
