That shaft IS bent! In my experience,(having done it twice now) you will need to cut that shaft off as close to flush as possible, and de-burr it in order to pull the clutch cover off. Otherwise you can plan on replacing the clutch cover as well because it will always leak from that seal area. That "shifter shaft" is about $100 US dollars new from Triumph. I'd be leery of getting one from a salvage bike because they are commonly bent. If it's not perfectly straight, it WILL leak! Good luck with the repairs. Now is your opportunity to become a great mechanic while getting to know your bike more intimately.
