Clutch Cover Stuck !

[andut]

My list of things to do includes changing the kick start shaft and lever on my 400, so a simple job has stalled because I cannot get the bloody clutch cover off.  Seems rediculous, but it won't budge and I can't get any purchse on any surfaces to persuade it to move - anyone else had similar problems ?  Any ideas ?

Andy

[mike the bike]

Make sure all the screws are removed and you haven't missed one.
Tap around the edges to loosen the seal.   Operate the clutch - it may jack the cover off. 

[andut]

Thanks Mike, all screws definitely out, I've tapped it, and operated the clutch, tapped a bit more, tapped a bit harder and then had to walk away as the tapping started to get more meaningful !  It's really strange as I do not recall any cause for concern when it went on.

[Snelo]

I had a similar issue when trying to remove my clutch cover. Mine was down to the gasket being stuck to both faces. After trying all the things you tried eventually I had use a plastic car trim remover to get some leverage and to try not damage the faces. After I faced up the surfaces with some emery paper to ensure all was flat again before replacing.