dampking,
I just had this happen too when I installed my new clutch cable. The cable was adjusted a little too tight. I've also had it happen in the middle of Winter when I've uncovered the bike to give the engine a few kicks over.
I also had my clutch plates sticking together because it was still super cold, and I have heavy 20w50 in my primary side. That caused it to feel like the clutch wouldn't disengage when I pulled the lever, but didn't have an affect on my kicker.
I would try a slight adjustment to your clutch cable, as mplayle suggested, on the lower adjuster and see if that doesn't immediately get your kicker doing what it's supposed to.
Good luck,
Boggy