Removing Door Handles?

[Flying Scotsman]

I'm about to

[MODO Innovations]

Yes, you will have to remove the door panels to remove the door handles. Not a big deal the door panels can be changed out whenever you decide that you are ready.
There was a time when I didn't have a garage and my door panels came off and went back on every weekend. (Building a big stereo in the late 80's)