Side Fairing Removal

[009jim]

hi Folks, With reference to my attached photo, is it possible to remove just the fairing panel I have annotated in the yellow lines? Or do I have to remove other parts first, to access the screws before I can remove this piece?

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[David.]

You have to remove the other parts first.

[Glenn]

Remove the top fairing first, 4 fasteners.

[009jim]

I found a couple of very good youtube videos on this after a lot of searching.
First you have to remove (a) the seat, (b) the tank bag holder, & (c) the glove box lid.
Secondly you remove the panel I have outlined in red in my photo below.
Lastly you remove the panels outlined in my photo in green and yellow. The green and yellow panels are one single piece.

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[Our Gee]

When removing the screw located at the Glove Box note the different lengths.

[Doctor T]

I got it down to 20 minutes to remove both sides. Once you know where the screws are it's a simple job

[009jim]

I got it down to 20 minutes to remove both sides. Once you know where the screws are it's a simple job

What do you suggest is the best tool for this? I was thinking a screwdriver with magnetic tip, so I don't drop screws in awkward places.

[simbo]

What do you suggest is the best tool for this? I was thinking a screwdriver with magnetic tip, so I don't drop screws in awkward places.

magnetic tips don't always work on stainless steel screws'

[Randyjaco]

Nothing seem to work well, but this helps out for me.

https://www.amazon.com/Prongs-Grabber-E ... HJ1ZQ&th=1

[Doctor T]

I just use nornal torx sockets and torx bars. Magnetics will not work with stainless steel screws/bolts etc.