is there a cache file somewhere of a "how to" on this??
one thing i meant to look up before the crash of 2011....
So, I'll share.
Remove glove box, and related tupperware.
Remove tank-I propped it up so it helps to have as close to empty as possible.
Remove two cover plates and peek inside. Use either a new, quallity #2 philips or a JIS tip, long shank.
If you decide to tap on the screws to aid in removal use caution, you do not want to bend the shaft, the method I used is steady downward pressure, while twisting slightly and lightly tapped the driver. Others have had varrying degrees of success heating the tip up, which allows the locking agent to soften. Once all 8 screws have been removed and the bike is back in shape be prepared for fun in the saddle. Side note-the plates are alluminum so a retriever wont get them out
Easy as could be.
Chet