the red bit can be levered out with a knife or jeweler screw driver...try from the bottom so the scratches are hidden. when it pops out the lock lifts off and behind it is a screw the releases the cover. just remember in the handle theres a little circle cover, pop it out with the screwdriver and undo the screw behind it, then lever comes off too.
Need some parts for my VH 253:
Green standard steering wheel...Green lower B-pillar covers.
Green sunglasses holder/lower dash bits...Air-con and assorted engine bay parts.
PM with any info.