how to take off the rollbar padding?

[ChrisZang]

Hi,

I am sure someone did that before and can give me a few hints:

I am trying to take off the rollbar padding to mount a Brey-Krause rollbar extension.
In theory it should work like this: Using a broad tip screwdriver and a cloth towel (under the screwdriver), gently pry off the factory roll hoop padding.

In reality I don't get the padding off. I am applying as much force as I think I can without leaving permanent marks in the (very soft) roll bar padding, but it doesn't come off.

Is there a trick/step I am missing?

Thanks for any tips