Start by removing the seat. There are two bolts under the seat in the rear, just lift up on the rear corners, you'll see them. Be careful when reinstalling these bolts, they use inserts in the frame that can break loose and freely spin. Those bolts don't need to be super tight.
Next remove the plastic side panels. They have Phillips head screws in them, and it is very important whenever removing a Phillips head screw to use the correct size Phillips screw driver. Make sure the screw driver fits tightly. Or if you are like me, and got tired of buying new panels every time they broke, cut the zip ties. Once the screw is removed slide the panel forward, it will just come off.

Next remove the side bolts on the gas tank. Loosen the back bolt but do NOT remove it yet.

Next remove the top bolt

Now carefully lift up the tank, careful not to over extend any wiring, or hoses. If you are doing this by yourself, you can use a board to support the tank. Do NOT put the board under the plastic front part of the tank, place it on the metal part of the tank only!
