What causes Rear cylinder runs hot, cooks rear shock/wiring on the Yamaha V-star 950 (xvs950)?

Melted wire loom, cracked shock bushing, heat discoloration Estimated fix cost: $0-$400

What causes Weak stator/rectifier causing charging failure on the Yamaha V-star 950 (xvs950)?

Battery voltage 14V at 3000rpm, dim lights, corroded connectors Estimated fix cost: $250-$600

Rattle at idle, clunky shifts, cable free play Estimated fix cost: $0-$500

Pad thickness, rotor lip, fluid dark or spongy Estimated fix cost: $150-$350

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

MODERATE

Melted wire loom, cracked shock bushing, heat discoloration

Fix cost: $0-$400

SERIOUS

Battery voltage 14V at 3000rpm, dim lights, corroded connectors

Fix cost: $250-$600

MINOR

Rattle at idle, clunky shifts, cable free play

Fix cost: $0-$500

MODERATE

Pad thickness, rotor lip, fluid dark or spongy

Fix cost: $150-$350

☐Cold start, listen for stator whine

☐Load-test battery and charging output

☐Check rear shock preload adjuster function

☐Inspect valve service records past 26k

Solid air-cooled V-twin, minor electrical and heat quirks