What causes Rear cylinder overheating, hot right thigh on the Yamaha V-star 950 (xvs950) Bobber/custom?

Idle 10 min, feel heat, check fan operation Estimated fix cost: $0-150

What causes Stator/regulator failure, battery not charging on the Yamaha V-star 950 (xvs950) Bobber/custom?

Charging voltage 13.8-14.5V at 3000rpm, corroded connectors Estimated fix cost: $300-600

Belt cracks, missing teeth, tension, debris damage Estimated fix cost: $400-800

Cold shifts, clutch cable free play, oil condition Estimated fix cost: $50-250

Known issues to inspect before buying a used Yamaha V-star 950 (xvs950) Bobber/custom. What to check and how much repairs cost.

MINOR

Idle 10 min, feel heat, check fan operation

Fix cost: $0-150

SERIOUS

Charging voltage 13.8-14.5V at 3000rpm, corroded connectors

Fix cost: $300-600

MODERATE

Belt cracks, missing teeth, tension, debris damage

Fix cost: $400-800

MINOR

Cold shifts, clutch cable free play, oil condition

Fix cost: $50-250

☐Test charging voltage with multimeter running

☐Inspect drive belt full length

☐Cold start, listen for valve noise

☐Check service records, fork seal weeping

Solid air-cooled cruiser, few serious mechanical faults