NOLEEN / SIZZLER YZ250

bradpr32
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2/18/2016 5:59pm Edited Date/Time 12/20/2020 5:13pm
Hey guys , so ive done a deal on another YZ for my next build .. this time a 1993 . id like to build a Noleen / sizzler / Larry Brooks bike this time . A few expected issues with parts ill no doubt need help to source . Any help , tips or Leads would be greatly appreciated

things ill need to hunt are

- Purple rear fender & side plates
- seatcover
- triple clamps
- ohlins rear shock
- pipe & muffler

I have emailed the guys @ noleen and hope to get some kind of response to my nagging questions !


http://tse1.mm.bing.net/th?&id=OIP.M202ca1920a8bbdd8b90b3729e733ee0eo0&…

Ill post pics of the base bike soon !

http://tse1.mm.bing.net/th?id=OIP.M202ca1920a8bbdd8b90b3729e733ee0eo0&p…

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2/18/2016 6:10pm
I've got Ward's race bike from that year, pretty sure I have the seat cover, and some of the plastic. I'll look and let you know.

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sandman768
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2/18/2016 7:12pm
I've got Ward's race bike from that year, pretty sure I have the seat cover, and some of the plastic. I'll look and let you know.[img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2016/02/18/124555/s1200_IMG_7689.jpg[/img]
I've got Ward's race bike from that year, pretty sure I have the seat cover, and some of the plastic. I'll look and let you know.

How about some close up photos & the story behind acquiring Ward's race bike?
bradpr32
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2/18/2016 10:16pm
I've got Ward's race bike from that year, pretty sure I have the seat cover, and some of the plastic. I'll look and let you know.[img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2016/02/18/124555/s1200_IMG_7689.jpg[/img]
I've got Ward's race bike from that year, pretty sure I have the seat cover, and some of the plastic. I'll look and let you know.

wow man ! , yes pls check it out and let me know !

and yes to the background story on the bike too pls

cheers

brad
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2/19/2016 5:56am
bradpr32 wrote:
Hey guys , so ive done a deal on another YZ for my next build .. this time a 1993 . id like to build a...
Hey guys , so ive done a deal on another YZ for my next build .. this time a 1993 . id like to build a Noleen / sizzler / Larry Brooks bike this time . A few expected issues with parts ill no doubt need help to source . Any help , tips or Leads would be greatly appreciated

things ill need to hunt are

- Purple rear fender & side plates
- seatcover
- triple clamps
- ohlins rear shock
- pipe & muffler

I have emailed the guys @ noleen and hope to get some kind of response to my nagging questions !


http://tse1.mm.bing.net/th?&id=OIP.M202ca1920a8bbdd8b90b3729e733ee0eo0&…

Ill post pics of the base bike soon !

http://tse1.mm.bing.net/th?id=OIP.M202ca1920a8bbdd8b90b3729e733ee0eo0&p…

I spoke to Clark the other day... I'll relay this message over to him. His son Parker is pretty involved with the business and I'm sure if he reads the email he will pass it over to his dad or mom to follow up.
2/19/2016 7:46pm
I've lived near Larry the past 30 or so years, and over the years we've ridden together quite a bit. A few years ago he stopped by, and we were talking he asked me about some of the vintage bikes I had, and basically asked why I'd never inquired about his. I explained that in 30 years it was the only bike I'd known him to keep, and seeing as how he finished second to McGrath that year figured it had sentimental value. He said no not really, and the next time I saw him he brought it with him and we worked out a deal on it. It's got a full works Yamaha frame and engine with Noleen suspension and pipe. He raced it in the first 6 rounds of sx, and they gave him a fresh one after that so this one became the practice bike. At the end of the season he had exceeded their expectations and I don't think they could cover all they owed him so he kept the bike. Story I was told was McCarty asked to get it back but when Larry explained the situation he basically said hey you deserve it so keep it. I'm out of town at the moment, but will take more photos of it when I get home.
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2/20/2016 11:48am
Thanks for sharing that story, I"ve been a fan of Ward ever since I seen him win a moto at Southwick when he was on a Honda support ride #971 I think. More photos would be great, should also help Bradpr32 with his build. I bet Ward still hauls the Mail on an MX bike!
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bradpr32 wrote:
Hey guys , so ive done a deal on another YZ for my next build .. this time a 1993 . id like to build a...
Hey guys , so ive done a deal on another YZ for my next build .. this time a 1993 . id like to build a Noleen / sizzler / Larry Brooks bike this time . A few expected issues with parts ill no doubt need help to source . Any help , tips or Leads would be greatly appreciated

things ill need to hunt are

- Purple rear fender & side plates
- seatcover
- triple clamps
- ohlins rear shock
- pipe & muffler

I have emailed the guys @ noleen and hope to get some kind of response to my nagging questions !


http://tse1.mm.bing.net/th?&id=OIP.M202ca1920a8bbdd8b90b3729e733ee0eo0&…

Ill post pics of the base bike soon !

http://tse1.mm.bing.net/th?id=OIP.M202ca1920a8bbdd8b90b3729e733ee0eo0&p…

I spoke to Clark the other day... I'll relay this message over to him. His son Parker is pretty involved with the business and I'm sure...
I spoke to Clark the other day... I'll relay this message over to him. His son Parker is pretty involved with the business and I'm sure if he reads the email he will pass it over to his dad or mom to follow up.
thankyou mate , Clark has emailed me with some good help . The Guys @ throttle jockey have also been in touch and are looking for the early files for me

great help , thanks

bradpr32
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I've lived near Larry the past 30 or so years, and over the years we've ridden together quite a bit. A few years ago he stopped...
I've lived near Larry the past 30 or so years, and over the years we've ridden together quite a bit. A few years ago he stopped by, and we were talking he asked me about some of the vintage bikes I had, and basically asked why I'd never inquired about his. I explained that in 30 years it was the only bike I'd known him to keep, and seeing as how he finished second to McGrath that year figured it had sentimental value. He said no not really, and the next time I saw him he brought it with him and we worked out a deal on it. It's got a full works Yamaha frame and engine with Noleen suspension and pipe. He raced it in the first 6 rounds of sx, and they gave him a fresh one after that so this one became the practice bike. At the end of the season he had exceeded their expectations and I don't think they could cover all they owed him so he kept the bike. Story I was told was McCarty asked to get it back but when Larry explained the situation he basically said hey you deserve it so keep it. I'm out of town at the moment, but will take more photos of it when I get home.
mate that's a score , Feel free to ship it my way .. SmileSmile

more pics would be great too

cheers
Bradpr32
2/21/2016 7:18pm
If it was me it would have to be a ward replica he used to hang out with my older sister. I had no idea he was a local pro then I think he had a kx80 at my house in snohomish. I think my sister was showing off and jumped her xr75 and landed on me on my jr50 I don't remember anything after that for a bit. I was only 7 it was like '85.
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If it was me it would have to be a ward replica he used to hang out with my older sister. I had no idea he...
If it was me it would have to be a ward replica he used to hang out with my older sister. I had no idea he was a local pro then I think he had a kx80 at my house in snohomish. I think my sister was showing off and jumped her xr75 and landed on me on my jr50 I don't remember anything after that for a bit. I was only 7 it was like '85.
yeah im thinking ward rep is the go , especially with clkwrkorg36's bike for inspiration !

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[img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2016/02/22/125011/s1200_IMG_1871.jpg[/img] [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2016/02/22/125012/s1200_IMG_7715.jpg[/img] [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2016/02/22/125013/s1200_IMG_7717_1.jpg[/img] [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2016/02/22/125015/s1200_IMG_1868.jpg[/img]










sooooooooooo cool ! thanks for the close ups mate
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3/9/2016 6:02am
One part of unobtanium acquired today ! Purple rear fender for the build ! Brand new in the bag , even with the original decal in there ! Thankyou eBay .. Haha , has a hand written note attached Reading as they may have been together with the sidecovers I need ... Email sent in hope !

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3/9/2016 7:16am
Man, I'm looking forward to seeing this build!
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4/11/2016 7:26pm
I've got Ward's race bike from that year, pretty sure I have the seat cover, and some of the plastic. I'll look and let you know.[img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2016/02/18/124555/s1200_IMG_7689.jpg[/img]
I've got Ward's race bike from that year, pretty sure I have the seat cover, and some of the plastic. I'll look and let you know.

Hello, could you please tell me if Larry Wards' bike has Noleen "cast" into the Cylinder Head. Thanks sincerely.
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4/11/2016 9:11pm
Call PWR Radiators in Lake Elsinore,ca talk to Clint Barry he was Larry's mechanic that year.
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Some small progress today . Throttle jockey decals are brilliant











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5/23/2016 9:21am
Nice! keep it coming!
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Do you have this mxa?
bradpr32
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Thanks mate , no I don't have the mag ...
Thankfully I've had a great response from people & pics . Hanging to get stuck into the chassis
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6/16/2016 5:24am
So I've collected the bike remains ... I owned this thing years ago .. LOTS of things now missing but I'm keen to get stuck in !
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7/30/2016 5:06pm
This build looks awesome ! Will be following.
Looks like ThrottleJockey did a great job again.

That pipe screams to go on your build.
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7/31/2016 4:56am
Mate . No I didnt .. The seller was fantastic in his response , but while we were sorting international shipping to oz someone from Arizona bought it ... I think I shed a tear. I hope they are using it anyway .. Seller says he might be able to hunt me down another .. Fingers crossed

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