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How did a very personal idea become an international game changer?
The beginning
When Garrit Keller, a budding mechanical engineer, developed a speedometer for his Moto Guzzi Café Racer in 1999 because the available instruments didn't come close to meeting his requirements, it was not foreseeable that his idea would soon change the global motorcycle scene. But the creation of the technician, for whom no challenge seems too complex, is also well received by his circle of friends. Together with two business partners, Garrit founded the motogadget label and a year later was selling handmade batteries and digital cockpit displays.
The first series instrument
It is still the hobby of nerds who produce electronics in small series within their own four walls. But success spurred their ambitions: in 2004, the first professionally developed series instrument was created - with a unique LED panel visible even in sunshine in an extremely compact aluminum housing. Overnight, the motoscope mini becomes the highlight of celebrated motorcycle conversions. This is also the beginning of the triumphant success of the motogadget brand. Less than two years later, the founders are running motogadget full-time and working on further products.
The portfolio grows
The small team now grows year by year and moves into larger premises in the heart of the vibrant metropolis of Berlin. Meanwhile, the portfolio expands to include analog speedometers and tachometers. All instruments now have the blessing of the Federal Motor Transport Authority and an ABE. With the establishment of an online store and contacts to wholesalers, motogadget opens up further markets. Even in Japan or the USA, people are amazed at the remarkable Germans. And the expertise in potting technology, microelectronics, bus systems or CNC manufacturing is growing rapidly.
Made in Germany
motogadget is therefore at the forefront as the custom scene radically changes in the 2000s. Driven by technological progress and cultural openness, the boundaries shift. At the latest now, the products "Made in Germany" find mention in almost every article of the leading platform Bike Exif. Turn signals, speedometers, relays, switches or the mo.unit, which allows even laymen to make a slim motorcycle wiring harness, revolutionize the understanding of contemporary motorcycle accessories.
Favorite of the custom scene
Because motogadget does not go with the flow. They reinvent things, are more beautiful, smaller, better and with a higher quality finish than the competition. Stylish problem solvers, plug & play, made in Germany, that enhance any vehicle. Which is why they're also used by thought leaders and the custom scene: Deus Ex Machina, Jens von Brauck, Walt Siegl, Roland Sands or Ritmo Sereno rely on motogadget.
Smaller, smarter, more digital
The mo.blaze.tens - turn signal convinces as one of the smallest mounted turn signals in the world, is no bigger than a 1 cent coin. The contactless mo.lock makes the vehicle key look old. And because digitalization and networking don't stop at motorcycles, the mo.ride app came on the scene seven years ago. It connects the mo.unit blue as the control center via Bluetooth with the smartphone and opens up completely new functions for every motorcycle owner.
Passion & Precision
However, the effort required for these innovations is considerable. The design freedom can only be achieved with extreme vertical integration and bundled competencies within the company. motogadget, which has remained independent of external investors to this day, therefore continues to rely on Berlin as an attractive location - for creative, technology-savvy personnel. In 2016, 23 employees are already operating a highly complex, constantly growing machine park, programming robots, equipping laser markers or assembling fine-linked instruments in the style of traditional watchmakers, which have long since become classics. Small-series manufacturers such as Confederate or CR&S are customers, as is the chain store Louis.
Motorcycle mirror revolution
motogadget has stood for change since the very beginning - and remains true to this mantra. In 2018, a completely new generation of mirrors appears with the mo.view. They are no longer made of glass, but of thin, robust aluminum, elaborately cut by diamonds and coated with plasma. Pure high-tech, developed in cooperation with the renowned researchers of the Fraunhofer Institute IFAM. Once again, motogadget makes the impossible possible with a world first. Countless patents and registered designs secure this lead. Thanks to ISO 9001 certification, winning design awards and ECE approval, it is no wonder that KTM is now also the first large-scale manufacturer to rely on the incredible mirrors from Berlin. motogadget is now, at the latest, an integral part of the motorcycle industry.
New location and expanded team
But that is no reason to rest on our laurels. In 2021, it is time to ignite the next stage. The entire company with development, production and administration will move into a modern, 1,800 square meter building on the outskirts of Berlin, which will be able to meet the challenges of the future. The management of motogadget is expanded by marketing and sales professionals. The team has now grown to 25 employees and several freelancers from 12 nations. Founder Garrit Keller still heads the company as managing director and visionary mastermind.
The beginning
When Garrit Keller, a budding mechanical engineer, developed a speedometer for his Moto Guzzi Café Racer in 1999 because the available instruments didn't come close to meeting his requirements, it was not foreseeable that his idea would soon change the global motorcycle scene. But the creation of the technician, for whom no challenge seems too complex, is also well received by his circle of friends. Together with two business partners, Garrit founded the motogadget label and a year later was selling handmade batteries and digital cockpit displays.
The first series instrument
It is still the hobby of nerds who produce electronics in small series within their own four walls. But success spurred their ambitions: in 2004, the first professionally developed series instrument was created - with a unique LED panel visible even in sunshine in an extremely compact aluminum housing. Overnight, the motoscope mini becomes the highlight of celebrated motorcycle conversions. This is also the beginning of the triumphant success of the motogadget brand. Less than two years later, the founders are running motogadget full-time and working on further products.
The portfolio grows
The small team now grows year by year and moves into larger premises in the heart of the vibrant metropolis of Berlin. Meanwhile, the portfolio expands to include analog speedometers and tachometers. All instruments now have the blessing of the Federal Motor Transport Authority and an ABE. With the establishment of an online store and contacts to wholesalers, motogadget opens up further markets. Even in Japan or the USA, people are amazed at the remarkable Germans. And the expertise in potting technology, microelectronics, bus systems or CNC manufacturing is growing rapidly.
Made in Germany
motogadget is therefore at the forefront as the custom scene radically changes in the 2000s. Driven by technological progress and cultural openness, the boundaries shift. At the latest now, the products "Made in Germany" find mention in almost every article of the leading platform Bike Exif. Turn signals, speedometers, relays, switches or the mo.unit, which allows even laymen to make a slim motorcycle wiring harness, revolutionize the understanding of contemporary motorcycle accessories.
Favorite of the custom scene
Because motogadget does not go with the flow. They reinvent things, are more beautiful, smaller, better and with a higher quality finish than the competition. Stylish problem solvers, plug & play, made in Germany, that enhance any vehicle. Which is why they're also used by thought leaders and the custom scene: Deus Ex Machina, Jens von Brauck, Walt Siegl, Roland Sands or Ritmo Sereno rely on motogadget.
Smaller, smarter, more digital
The mo.blaze.tens - turn signal convinces as one of the smallest mounted turn signals in the world, is no bigger than a 1 cent coin. The contactless mo.lock makes the vehicle key look old. And because digitalization and networking don't stop at motorcycles, the mo.ride app came on the scene seven years ago. It connects the mo.unit blue as the control center via Bluetooth with the smartphone and opens up completely new functions for every motorcycle owner.
Passion & Precision
However, the effort required for these innovations is considerable. The design freedom can only be achieved with extreme vertical integration and bundled competencies within the company. motogadget, which has remained independent of external investors to this day, therefore continues to rely on Berlin as an attractive location - for creative, technology-savvy personnel. In 2016, 23 employees are already operating a highly complex, constantly growing machine park, programming robots, equipping laser markers or assembling fine-linked instruments in the style of traditional watchmakers, which have long since become classics. Small-series manufacturers such as Confederate or CR&S are customers, as is the chain store Louis.
Motorcycle mirror revolution
motogadget has stood for change since the very beginning - and remains true to this mantra. In 2018, a completely new generation of mirrors appears with the mo.view. They are no longer made of glass, but of thin, robust aluminum, elaborately cut by diamonds and coated with plasma. Pure high-tech, developed in cooperation with the renowned researchers of the Fraunhofer Institute IFAM. Once again, motogadget makes the impossible possible with a world first. Countless patents and registered designs secure this lead. Thanks to ISO 9001 certification, winning design awards and ECE approval, it is no wonder that KTM is now also the first large-scale manufacturer to rely on the incredible mirrors from Berlin. motogadget is now, at the latest, an integral part of the motorcycle industry.
New location and expanded team
But that is no reason to rest on our laurels. In 2021, it is time to ignite the next stage. The entire company with development, production and administration will move into a modern, 1,800 square meter building on the outskirts of Berlin, which will be able to meet the challenges of the future. The management of motogadget is expanded by marketing and sales professionals. The team has now grown to 25 employees and several freelancers from 12 nations. Founder Garrit Keller still heads the company as managing director and visionary mastermind.