you can either use a rotozip (i think thats what some used), a die grinder (be super careful because it makes BIG mistakes FAST!), or what i did, i used a hacksaw. i used it because you can take your time and it eats it pretty quick anyways. i just used masking tape and taped off a straight line around it, then chopped it off. just pull the seat(s) off and the rear fender to get to it. takes less than an hour if you take your time. hope this helps!