Well, it's been a while but I finally got a little more done.

I pulled off the swingarm, chain, and backsteps.  I still haven't found a good paint for them, but did find some primer that looks like it should work.  I'll strip and primer them once the weather gets better (which doesn't look like anytime soon.)

Then I started to pull the gear off the handlebars.  That's when I ran into a problem.  One of the screws on the left switch assembly won't break loose and it's damn close to completely stripping. (See pic) I don't know what to do but I sure as hell don't want to drill it.

Any advice?