Removing Tach Needle on 08 SDR??

You may have seen in another post that my speedo has been going batty as of late. I took it apart to take a look and see if there is any moisture or corrosion. Got it off, but not sure how to get the needle off so I can get to the heart of it. Is there a trick to it? I tried pulling it up....but I'm afraid I'll somehow break it. Any help?

Figured it out...

So what's the secret?

if i remember correctly you just pull it off. it may not feel like it wants to, but it will.