Norton 74 kickstart not engaging

Hey guys

Just started my 74 850 roadster today. Starts after 3 kicks, I was happy! Stopped the bike, then tried to start it again after an hour.

Kicked her 3 or 4 times, she kicked back, hunted my knee of course... haha

Then tried to kick her back and the kickstart did not engage. The spring works, i can push the lever down with my feet or hand, I can hear small clicks when I push the lever down. But it doesn’t engage.

Do you think it’s my kickstart pawl?

Thanks!

Sounds like it.

Most likely the pawl, though mine used to slip occasionally every day or so....seems to make a difference if I've correctly push the lever to the top of compression stroke before giving her the beans....easier on the leg and the pawl. I've now done a full gearbox rebuild and replaced the pawl/springs with fresh.
Only other thing to confirm...do the splines on the arm slip on the kicker spindle? This is a common issue and there are several solutions. One is to grind down a few teeth (two) nearest the slot for the clamping bolt...to allow the slot for be clamped closer together. Another fix is to replace the clamp bolt with a through bolt, high strength, and a nut. I chose a third option...using some JB weld on the splines to give it a bit more grip. Easy enough to heat with propane and soften the epoxy when time comes to remove it.