Thanks for the prompt and precise reply, guru
I was going to remove the "bar step assembly" last night but it was getting dark and I didn't have time to remove all those panels. I'll probably do it today. (Soooo many things to remove)
If it is broken then I will certainly be stopping by the dealer. I really hope it is just "askew". I also am in the "ride-over-wrench" phase. While tinkering is fun, we only do it for the ride!
I actually did remove that belt cover once, so far. It was quite the scene. It was so much harder than I thought. That cardboard gasket really didn't want to let go. Lets just say that my neighbors thought I was trying to destroy my bike with a brick and a 2 x 4!! I had to tell them that I am a professional and never to try this on their vehicles, at least not sober.
I took several photos in order to string them together but found afterward that they couldn't quite provide a thorough overview of the process. I'll get in there again if you really want that video.
I wish you luck on the seat. I recently re-apolstered 6 dining room chairs. It was not easy, and the shapes were regular with even foam for each piece. I am inclined to think the Like seat is a super pain in the ass to re-do....it sounds unnecessary but I would suggest stapling just 4 spots (front/back/sides) and then cutting most of the excess away. Always pull tight TIGHT and staple opposite from the last staple, always pulling tight. (Rather than going around). Do every staple like this, it takes a while but the result is tighter and smoother edges. This is just a tip in case you dont already do it like this. I find with less excess fabric to pull it sure is more difficult but you end up with little to no of those folds around the edges.
Ride safe and have fun.
