Even though you didn't allow the kick shaft to come out completely, I think it popped out enough to screw up the return spring install. I think you'll need to start over with it and do a proper install from scratch. It's not difficult although it does baffle many. See post #8 here .....
http://www.xs650.com/threads/how-the-hell-does-this-kicker-shaft-work.25602/
I must caution you against following some of the techniques shown in the video posted later in the above thread. Grabbing a splined shaft with pliers is a very, very bad idea. Please don't do that, lol.
http://www.xs650.com/threads/how-the-hell-does-this-kicker-shaft-work.25602/
I must caution you against following some of the techniques shown in the video posted later in the above thread. Grabbing a splined shaft with pliers is a very, very bad idea. Please don't do that, lol.