I still haven't gotten around to finishing this topic. Removing the canister is super easy though. Just plug off the right side vent from the airbox. Here is a shot of the new clean hose I put on the airbox overflow. The stock one always turns brown and hard to see through. This new high capacity clear hose is the way to go.
And here is a bunch of junk that you will have to store once you take it all off. At least you have plenty of extra hose now and also a few fasteners.
