The mystery continues....still won't start...
Bike in neutral, kickstand down, fuel on, choke open, pull in clutch fully, all basic stuff is being done.
I took a good look at the clutch cable at the handlebars and the engine and according to the manual they are fine.
Checked plug for spark, all good.
Tried to push start in alley....would juuuust start , then dies immediately when the clutch is let out.
I'm at a loss.....and the shop won't be able to look for a week! Guess I have time to PUSH it there
Thank you all for your suggestions