Meet The Team Blackburn

Welcome to Youles Motorcycles – Blackburn

Philip Youles – Managing Director

Philip started Youles motorcycles in 1985. His first bike was a Honda SS50 and he passed his test on a YB100. Philip can ride anything from a unicycle to a supercharged Rocket 3. His most terrifying moment was a flight in a Jet Provost fighter trainer. He enjoys the banter with both customers and trade.

Louise Youles – Finance Director

Louise joined Youles Motorcycles in 2001 having previously worked at Lancashire County Coucil in the Treasurers Department. When she met Philip she had a Saturday job delivering cakes. Louise recons her fast driving did result in a few damaged cakes, however these ended up as damage in transit. We recon it was more a case of ate in transit!

Robert Mercer – General Manager

Rob has been in the motorcycle trade for ever and has worked with Philip even longer. He currently ownes a selection of antique motorbikes ranging from a monkey bike to a fire breathing CR500 Motard. Rob can usually be found riding a Triumph Sprint ST.

Robert Murphy – Sales Manager

Robert joined us in 2008 from a retail management position. His home brew is second to none, so watch out Mr. Guinness! Currently he drives a Landrover Defender, but his motorcycles include Street Triple and BMW GS.

Royce Williams – Sales Executive

Having started out at Youles Motorcycles as a technician, Royce soon discovered that he preferred to be front of shop so he joined the sales team in 2000. He currently drives a Toyota Celica and rides an old BMW F650 to work although he can be seen out and about on a Bonneville when the sun comes out!

Dave Eckersall – Sales Executive

Dave joined us in 2010 from a car sales background. He currently rides his GT Push Iron to work (rather him than me) but currently has his eye on the latest Speed Triple – so watch this space.

Mick Carter – Spares Manager

Mick has worked in the Motorcycle trade for many years having worked for Bill Heads, ESB and Slingers His expertise in sourcing that exclusive part and his ability to keep bikes on the road is second to none. Mick often secures the job of running in demos and courtesy bikes as he has a special knack off breaking them in.

Anna Doswell - Clothing Sales

Anna is our resident clothing/helmet expert and joined us in 2006. Anna can tell your size from 100 yards and can also be found on the service and parts counter in busy periods. She is always popular with the customers and makes a demon coffee to boot. Anna also rides a Gilera Runner 125.

Paul Lowery – After Sales/Warranty

Paul has now been with us since 2009 and has worked in both the caravan trade and car trade. Paul has developed a passion for ensuring customers receive an outstanding experience. Paul makes a demon chutney and bakes a good flap jack. He has been impressed by the way Triumph treat there customers in relation to car and caravan manufacturers.

Michael Byrne – Workshop Manager

Mick joined us in 2005 and has been in the trade since 1991- he is responsible for the smooth running of the workshop. Also an M.O.T tester he often attends training courses to keep up to speed with the latest technology. He currently rides a CB250 and his most recent project is a diesel bike – that can be seen on Youtube.

Danny Crook – Technician

Danny joined us in 2003 as an apprentice technician - he is now fully qualified as well as being an M.O.T tester. He is highly skilled in all aspects of service and repair of motorcycles and scooters. His current bike is a Street Triple as well as having a DT 125 engined go kart!

Carl Golden – Technician

Our newest addition to the workshop he has proved to be invaluable. Carl brings a wealth of knowledge that he has accumulated through out his career as a technician. Like all our techs he is an M.O.T tester. At weekends he can usually be found underneath his sons racing mini – preparing for the next race.

Chris Thornber – Driver/Valeter

Chris joined us in 2007 and is responsible for the excellent presentation of our used motorcycles. His duties also include the safe delivery of motorcycles to our customers. His current bikes are CB600F Hornet and the mighty two stroke KH100! He also runs a dog named Oscar but we recon the dog walks him he doesn’t walk the dog !

Julie Forsyth – Accounts

Julie has been with us since 2008. Julie is very knowledgeable when it comes to all matters of administration - particularly when dealing with the DVLA. Outside of work Julie mechanics for her son Ian who is an up and coming motorcross star.

Janet Thornber – Accounts

Janet has been with the company since 2009 and has a responsible position helping with the daily admin duties. Based at the Blackburn branch she is responsible for the tills amongst other things. Janet is married to Chris but we haven’t seen her on the back of his bike yet.

Rowena Shackleton – Accounts

Rowena has been with us since 2009 after returning from living in Australia. She is responsible for a whole host of admin duties – she is the AFRL Queen. Rowena has two sons and a husband that Royce keeps trying to convince needs a Bonneville.