Well, after a engine remove and clean and spray, I've managed to get a few miles on the Tiger and I'm really impressed with it. Had a few issues with oil leak and throttle stick, but that was just down to my mistakes. Bike handles far better than expected, gives a very confident and comfy ride, and with the aid of a nice can and ecu tune will sound and go like it should. Feels like and old friend already.
Glad you sorted bike out. I had a similar episode after doing the shims on my Daytona. But the oil leak filled the centre plug hole. The circular rubber gskt dropped down when positioning the cam cover. See you for a spin soon?
May try and escape for Tea and Cake Saturday morning up the Owls nest if you fancy it?