A bearing must be removed at 90 deg. to its fitted surface, and removed evenly all the way around
So, to avoid damage, and prevent loading the bearing too much on one side, use this bearing removal kit
Comes with collets in the most popular sizes 8, 10, 12, 15, 17, 20, 25, 30 mm
Complete with slide hammer, and comes in a durable plastic storage and carrying case