What Gilles does

Gilles Tooling GmbH is a Luxembourg-based (Grevenmacher) manufacturer and supplier of premium CNC-machined motorcycle accessories, founded in the early 2000s and operating as a Société à responsabilité limitée (S.à r.l.) under founder and CEO Gerhard Gilles. The company produces handlebar systems, brake and clutch levers (FXL with ABE homologation; MPL racing variant), chain tensioners and Titan axle nuts, crash protectors, footpeg systems (including the iF Design Award-winning MUE2 and the new RGK-Familie), and design accessories such as mirrors, oil filler caps, and the patented ACMA Pin-Interlock steering head nut. Manufacturing takes place in the company's own factory using 7075-T6 aluminum and emerging carbon-composite production; many products carry ABE, TTG, or TÜV part certification for road use, and selected core technologies are patented.

The company operates a dual-channel commercial model. On the B2B side, it functions as an OEM/embedded supplier to leading motorcycle manufacturers — BMW Motorrad, Yamaha Motor, KTM, Suzuki, and Indian Motorcycles — supplying branded CNC components as original equipment. On the B2C side, it sells aftermarket accessories directly to private motorcycle enthusiasts through a multi-language (DE/EN/ES/FR/IT) e-commerce storefront and a European dealer network searchable via store locator, supported by the GILLES Racer and GILLES Ambassador community programs, racing sponsorships (Pata Yamaha, YART, KTM, VR46 Mastercamp, IMC), and presence at events such as EICMA. Revenue is generated through one-time hardware sales across B2C and OEM channels, with no disclosed subscription or recurring pricing; capacity is anchored by 51–100 employees at the Grevenmacher site.

Name

Gilles

Legal name

Gilles Tooling GmbH

Website

https://gillestooling.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2002

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Gilles Tooling GmbH is a Luxembourg-based manufacturer of premium CNC-machined motorcycle accessories, selling directly to private riders via e-commerce and dealers, and supplying OEM components to BMW, Yamaha, KTM, Suzuki, and Indian Motorcycles.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Motorcycle Accessories Manufacturing

NAICS

Motorcycle, Bicycle, and Parts Manufacturing (336991)

SIC

Motorcycles, Bicycles & Parts (3751)

akta.pro primary industry

Dirt Bike / Motocross / Enduro Motorcycle Manufacturing (IMACAEAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Bike Parts & Components Retail (CRAMAHAB), Off-Road & MX Gear Retail (Dirt Bike/Motocross/Enduro) (CRAMANAG)

Keywords

• Motorcycle accessories
• CNC machined parts
• Aftermarket components
• OEM motorcycle parts
• Footpeg systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Grevenmacher

HQ country

Luxembourg

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Direct Product Sales (B2C): GILLES sells CNC-machined motorcycle accessories directly to private consumers through its own e-commerce storefront. Products include handlebar systems, brake/clutch levers, chain tensioners, footpeg systems, protectors, and design accessories. Transactions are processed via bank transfer, credit card (Eurocard/Visa), or cash on delivery. Prices are listed as net list prices. The company operates a wishlist and account system for returning customers.
2. OEM/Supplier Sales (B2B): GILLES supplies branded CNC-machined motorcycle components as original equipment to motorcycle manufacturers including BMW, Yamaha, KTM, and Suzuki. This B2B channel supplies parts that are incorporated into motorcycles at the OEM level, generating recurring revenue through long-term supply agreements.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Gilles Tooling GmbH designs, manufactures, and sells CNC-machined aluminium motorcycle accessories — including handlebar systems, brake and clutch levers, chain tensioners, crash protectors, footpeg systems, and design accessories — at its own factory in Grevenmacher, Luxembourg. The company sells these parts both directly to private riders via its e-commerce store and European dealer network, and to motorcycle manufacturers (BMW, Yamaha, KTM, Suzuki, Indian) as original equipment supplier (OEM).

Product overview

Gilles Tooling is a Luxembourg-based manufacturer of CNC-machined motorcycle accessories operating since the early 2000s, supplying both private customers and OE partners (BMW, Yamaha, KTM, Suzuki). Its core product portfolio spans six main categories: handlebar systems (Lenkersysteme), brake and clutch levers (FXL and MPL hand levers with ABE homologation), chain tensioners and accessories (TCA, AXB, ACM Titan axle nuts, PSA stand attachments), protectors and crash pads (GTA axle protectors, IP frame protectors, MP.GT motor protectors, GT.Shield hand lever guards, sprocket guards), and footpeg systems (including the iF Award-winning MUE2, FXR WorldSBK-derived racing system, AS31GT with TÜV certification, RCT10GT street-sport, VCR38GT road-legal, and the newly launched RGK-Familie with six modular variants for Race/Sport/Street/Touring/Adventure/Enduro). Design accessories include mirrors, oil filler caps (OFC), ACMA steering head nuts, and styling kits. An emerging carbon composite manufacturing division is under development. The company also sells branded merchandise (GILLES ORIGINAL TEE) and operates sponsorship programmes for racers (GILLES Racer) and brand ambassadors. All products are manufactured at the company's factory in Grevenmacher, Luxembourg, and many carry ABE (General Operating Permit), TÜV parts certification, or TTG (Component Type Approval) for legal road use.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• GILLES Racer: A sponsorship program for riders living performance on two wheels, offering exclusive discounts, product news, and direct support.
• GILLES Ambassador

Products and services

• Lenkersysteme (Handlebar Systems) CNC-machined aluminium handlebar systems for motorcycles, providing adjustable ergonomics and premium aesthetics. Sold to private riders via e-commerce/dealers and to motorcycle manufacturers as OEM.
• FXL & MPL Brake and Clutch Hand Levers CNC-machined brake and clutch levers machined from 7075-T6 aluminium. FXL offers ABE road homologation, 35-step adjustability and an integrated fracture breakpoint for crash protection; MPL is a lightweight racing variant. Sold to private riders and OEMs.
• Kettenspanner und Zubehör (Chain Tensioners & Accessories) CNC-machined chain tensioners (TCA, AXB), Titan axle nuts (ACM, with patented ACMA Pin-Interlock lock), and stand attachments (PSA) for precise chain tension adjustment and secure bike mounting.
• Protektoren (Crash Protectors) Crash pads, axle protectors (GTA), frame protectors (IP), motor cover protectors (MP.GT), hand lever guards (GT.Shield) and sprocket guards made from aluminium and high-strength plastics for crash protection on road and track.
• Fußrastenanlagen (Footpeg Systems — MUE2, FXR, AS31GT, RCT10GT, VCR38GT) CNC-machined footpeg systems including the MUE2 (iF Award-winning, ABE-approved, multi-adjustable), FXR (WorldSBK-derived racing), AS31GT (TÜV-certified multivariable), RCT10GT (street-sport adjustable), and VCR38GT (street-legal with carbon heel guards). Also includes shift/brake lever kits and shiftholders. Sold to private riders and OEMs.
• RGK-Familie (Modular Footpeg Family) New modular footpeg family launched in 2025 with six variants — Race, Sport, Street, Touring, Adventure, Enduro — for road, off-road and racing applications. All CNC-machined in Luxembourg.
• Design-Zubehör (Design Accessories incl. ACMA Steering Head Nuts) CNC-machined aluminium accessories including mirrors with ball-joint adjustability, oil filler caps (OFC), ACMA steering head nuts (M22/M24/M25/M28) with patented Pin-Interlock lock, styling kits, tank caps and sprocket covers.
• GILLES ORIGINAL TEE No.1 (Branded Apparel) Branded paddock and streetwear T-shirt merchandise sold via the GILLES e-commerce store for the brand community.
• OEM Component Supply (to BMW, Yamaha, KTM, Suzuki, Indian) B2B supply of branded CNC-machined components as original equipment to motorcycle manufacturers BMW Motorrad, Yamaha Motor, KTM, Suzuki, and Indian Motorcycles, integrated into production motorcycles under OEM supply agreements.

Quantifiable outcome

• Multiple world championship titles won with GILLES products — demonstrates top-tier competitive performance
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Pata Yamaha with RTXcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerGILLES sponsors the Pata Yamaha with RTX WorldSBK racing team. This partnership is part of GILLES's long-standing racing DNA and provides product feedback from the highest levels of motorcycle competition, influencing product design and engineering.
• YART Yamaha Official TeamcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerGILLES sponsors the YART Yamaha Official endurance racing team. Endurance racing puts extreme demands on components, making it a key testing ground for GILLES product durability and performance.
• KTM RacingcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerGILLES sponsors KTM's racing activities. As both an OEM supplier to KTM and a racing sponsor, the relationship spans both B2B and marketing dimensions.
• VR46 MastercampminorGTM or Marketing PartnerGILLES sponsors the VR46 Mastercamp racing team, associated with MotoGP legend Valentino Rossi. Expands brand visibility in the Grand Prix racing ecosystem.
• IMC Motorcycle RacingminorGTM or Marketing PartnerGILLES sponsors IMC Motorcycle Racing team as part of its multi-series racing sponsorship program.
• BMW MotorradcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBMW Motorrad is an OE Partner of GILLES — GILLES supplies branded CNC-machined components for use as original equipment on BMW motorcycles. This is a flagship partnership validating GILLES's quality and engineering standards.
• Yamaha MotorcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerYamaha Motor is an OE Partner of GILLES — GILLES supplies branded components as original equipment on Yamaha motorcycles. The relationship is strengthened by multiple racing sponsorships (Pata Yamaha, YART).
• KTMcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerKTM is an OE Partner of GILLES — GILLES supplies branded components as original equipment on KTM motorcycles. The dual relationship (OEM + racing sponsorship) creates mutual brand and technical benefit.
• SuzukicoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSuzuki is listed as an OE Partner of GILLES, indicating an OEM supply relationship for original equipment components.
• Indian MotorcyclescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndian Motorcycles is listed as an OE Partner of GILLES, indicating an OEM supply relationship.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Wunderlich: Wunderlich is a German specialist in accessories for BMW motorcycles, offering protection, ergonomics, and design parts. Comparable to GILLES through shared BMW OEM relationship, German/European engineering heritage, and premium accessory positioning.
• CNC Racing: CNC Racing is an Italian CNC-machined motorcycle parts specialist offering rearsets, frame plugs, clip-ons, and engine covers. Comparable to GILLES on CNC technology, racing-street crossover positioning, and European premium aftermarket focus.
• Rizoma: Rizoma is an Italian manufacturer of premium CNC-machined motorcycle accessories (mirrors, levers, grips, indicators). It is the closest comparable to GILLES in product category, premium positioning, and distribution across OEM and aftermarket channels.
• Woodcraft Technologies: Woodcraft Technologies is a US-based manufacturer of rearsets, brake levers, and frame sliders for sport bikes. Comparable to GILLES on adjustable footpeg systems, racing pedigree, and CNC machined aftermarket components.
• Lightech: Lightech is an Italian maker of CNC-machined racing and street motorcycle components including rearsets, levers, and protectors. Directly comparable to GILLES on manufacturing technology (CNC aluminum), customer base (racers and OEMs), and premium aftermarket positioning.
• SW-Motech: SW-Motech is a German manufacturer of motorcycle accessories including luggage, protection, and ergonomics. Comparable to GILLES on European specialty manufacturing, multi-category aftermarket portfolio, and direct-to-consumer plus dealer distribution.
• Evotech Performance: Evotech Performance is a UK-based manufacturer of CNC-machined motorcycle accessories (radiator guards, tail tidies, frame protectors, lever guards). Directly comparable on CNC accessory manufacturing, model-specific product strategy, and online direct sales.

Broad incumbents

• Brembo: Brembo is an Italian global leader in braking systems with deep motorcycle OEM relationships and racing pedigree. Comparable to GILLES as a premium motorcycle component manufacturer with major OEM customers and racing validation, though far larger and broader in scope.
• Akrapovič: Akrapovič is a Slovenian premium manufacturer of motorcycle exhaust systems and a tier-1 supplier to multiple OEMs including Ducati, BMW, and Yamaha. Comparable to GILLES as a premium European motorcycle component manufacturer with OEM supply agreements and racing-driven brand equity, though focused on exhausts rather than ergonomics.
• Öhlins: Öhlins is a Swedish premium manufacturer of motorcycle suspension and steering dampers with deep OEM ties and racing heritage. Comparable to GILLES on premium specialty motorcycle components, OEM supply to major manufacturers, and racing-validated brand positioning, though a broader incumbent.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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