76 honda xl350 won't start?

I'm working on my honda xl350. The engine has compression(I don't have a gauge but I can definitely feel it in the kickstarter), spark, , clean air filter, and fuel(spark plug was wet). Any idea why I can't start it? I also made sure it wasn't flooded.

Clean/replace points and condenser.

All things need to jib.
Is the spark clean and a sharp crispy blue?
Is it getting too much fuel? Wet plug.
Is the spark and TDC at par with each other?

Do you have a Sop Manual?
If not get one.

Spark plug gap set correctly?
Blue / purple coloured spark? (This indicates a good strong spark).

Check the actual compression, lash vavles, set timing, check spark, check carb float level and clean.

One thing you did NOT tell us is WHAT "Work" have you been doing on the bike. Was it running well BEFORE you worked on it? Certainly this information would be helpful in determining more accurately what is going on. Peace.

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