Thanks for all the replies guys, great to be a part of another friendly form (other is on my jeep)! I've messed with it for a total of about 2 hours over a few days... I'll keep trying though. If I spun the wheel and tried to put it in would that possibly help? I know the bike is in neutral right now and I don't think I can put it in gear right now.
edit: stupid suggestion.. spinning can't do jack if it's not in gear.