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Sounds like your fuel mixture is out of whack. Instead of trying different jets etc, it's usually a good idea to make sure everything is as the engine expects; i.e. the air filter is stock and clean,
These bolts go into the cam towers. You can remove the cam towers once you have the valve cover off and make sure the valves next to the cam towers you are removing are not fully open. (reduces stresses)
I don't really know these bikes (read my profile) but if the exhaust pops on the overrun (as you shut off the gas) then a muffler with better airflow can cause some popping as the revs come down. For
Usually if valves are burnt you will notice a drop in overall power. I have also heard that an exhaust problem, which reduces back pressure, can give rise to valve damage although I have not personally
Front bearings and or a bent wheel should be fairly easy to see so I'm sure you looked at that. Check the triple tree bearings for excessive play, and make sure the headstock is straight. look for telltale

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