Sure thing. First thing, pull the battery out, let it sit for a few minutes, then reconnect. If it still won’t spark, check the spark plug—clean it or swap it for a fresh one, you know the drill. Next, make sure the carb is getting fuel: fill the tank, open the throttle a bit, and see if the mixture is fine. If the bike’s old, the choke might be sticky—give it a quick clean or just run the engine until it warms up a bit, that usually loosens up the gasket. Finally, do a quick compression test; if that’s low, a head gasket or piston rings might be the culprit, but that takes longer. For a quick street race you’re probably fine with a fresh plug, battery, and a bit of fuel. If it starts, you’re good to go—just be ready to get it over the finish line before the engine dies again.

Sounds good—just keep an eye on the spark and be ready to back off if the engine starts coughing. Good luck, and may the rubber meet the road.