Every time I have my clutch or other side sidecase off if the gasket isn't torn to pieces i usually add a little liquid gasket with it and bolt it back one and it doesn't leak.But when i use a new gasket i have trouble getting both surfaces clean.I mean all the old gasket off.Do you know of any chemicals or tricks to speed using a flat screwdriver up?Also when i use a new gasket on a sidecase use liquid gasket with it.Anyone else? I always use new gaskets and liquid gasket on the top end.

i use a utility knife

Screwdrivers arnt designed for scraping gasket.. Use a sharp chisle. It will cut into the metal sometimes it you are not careful, so be careful !

I use a razor blade. I too add a little liquid gasket (Permatex) just to make the gasket stick while putting cases together.
ERIC

I typically coat the gasket with grease prior to installing it. This will help hold it in place while reassembling and keeps the cork from drying out and sticking to the surfaces so quickly.

Try Chisel gasket remover by Loctite. This turns your old gasket into goo. For scraping it off I use a plastic scraper/putty knife from a paint store. The plastic knife doesn't gouge the mating surfaces.

A word of caution: if you use Chisel gasket remover wear gloves. Either thick dishwashing gloves or nirile gloves will work, disposable latex gloves will melt with this stuff. It also removes paint if it isn't wiped off immediately.

Use a right angle die grinder with a 2" scotch brite pad attached. Removes the gunk without damaging or scratching the metal. Available in different grits depending on the job.

A sharp gasket scraper and a can of aerosol Carb cleaner. The carb cleaner helps cut any gasket adhesive and carries away the scraped off gasket. Scotchbrite will also work well to remove the adhesive.
Permatex Spray Tack works well on paper gaskets, and comes off easily when the time comes.

I'll agree with the die grinder use, but I use some plastic wheels on them. It takes the gasket material off with ease and no harm done to the case. For the small pieces in tight areas just use a razor blade to get it off.Then clean it off with brake clean. As for the gasket material, the gasket was intended to go on dry by itself and thats the way I put them back on. I've seen some people use it and then it turns the gasket into a big mess. Do it like it was intened and you should not have any problems.

I used to have clutch problems.
I must of take that clucht cover 5 times. I wasnt gonna buy a gasket everytime.
I used some hi-temp gasket maker on the clutch cover and it hasnt leaked yet.
I think thats the only place that is good for.
Peace