disconnecting it is not that simple

requires removal of all boot plastics.....
no it doesnt, at least with the ITR, remove the rear bar, remove back panel, unscrew a couple of screws on the side panels and one screw for the antenna. then you take pliers and unscrew the silver bit around the antenna and ur done. takes about 15-20 minutes max.

Will the radio be clear ??
that will probably depend on the area you are in, generally you will get a signal but it wont be as good and u wont get it everywhere.