About K&L Supply

Our Legacy: Keeping Your Shop Moving Forward Since 1968

From a local repair shop to a global, multi-industry OEM partner and automation leader. K&L Supply is the trusted backbone of powersports, automotive, and industrial service bays.

K&L Supply Co. USA Headquarters, San Jose, CA

Our History, Capabilities, and Global Reach

K&L Supply is a global brand serving the automotive, powersports, and marine industries with professional shop equipment, specialty tools, and parts. Founded in 1968 and headquartered in San Jose, California, we support repair shops, dealers, and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) through product development, manufacturing, sourcing, and worldwide distribution.

From Motorcycle Service to Global Industry Partner

K&L Supply began as a small motorcycle service and repair shop in Santa Clara, California. Working directly with motorcycles gave us a practical understanding of the tools and parts technicians depend on every day. As the powersports industry grew, we expanded into motorcycle parts sales to meet the needs of a growing service market.

By the 1990s, K&L Supply had broadened its offerings to include lifts, tire changers, and wheel balancers while developing its own equipment. Building on that foundation, we expanded into automotive and marine service, bringing our experience to professional shops and dealer networks around the world.

Built for OEM Standards and Dealer Support

Our relationships with manufacturers, including Honda and Yamaha, have helped shape our specialty tool and equipment programs. We work as an extension of our OEM partners’ service organizations, helping translate specific service requirements into custom tools, dealer equipment kits, and coordinated support for product safety recall initiatives.

These programs bring together product development, sourcing, custom kitting, and distribution to help manufacturers equip their dealer networks for the work ahead.

Manufacturing in the United States and South Korea

K&L Supply’s research, development, and manufacturing capabilities span the United States and South Korea, with factory locations in Piqua, Ohio, and South Korea. Our capabilities include prototyping, machining, welding, finishing, and assembly, supporting both K&L products and custom manufacturing projects.

Together with our broader sourcing and distribution network, these resources allow us to support projects from initial development through production and delivery. Our international capabilities strengthen our ability to serve customers with different equipment needs and OEM specifications.

Expanding Into Commercial Automation

As our customers’ operational needs evolve, K&L Supply continues to expand its capabilities. Through ShopProBot, a K&L Supply company, we offer autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) for material movement, hospitality & delivery, and commercial floor cleaning..

This expansion builds on our experience in professional equipment and customer support, helping commercial facilities integrate automation into their daily operations.

From our beginnings in motorcycle service to our work today in manufacturing, OEM support, and robotics, our focus remains on providing practical equipment and dependable support that help customers keep their operations moving.

End-to-End Shop Solutions

Discover our four core pillars of commercial equipment, custom manufacturing, and global logistics.

Specialty Tools & Equipment

Leading provider of lifts, tire changers, and professional-grade shop tools for automotive and powersports.

Capabilities:

Brake Parts (pads, rotors, and caliper rebuild kits)

Electrical Parts (relays, switches, and starter components)

Safety Parts (diagnostic gear and shop safety equipment)

Suspension Parts (fork seals, dampers, and shock components)

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Custom Sourcing & Manufacturing

CNC Machining, Laser Etching, and 3D Printing to assist with essential tools and secondary sourcing.

Capabilities:

CNC Machining (high-tolerance precision parts fabrication)

Laser Etching (clean, permanent branding and part serialization)

3D Printing (rapid prototyping and functional layout modeling)

Secondary Sourcing (securing alternative production lines to prevent shortages)

Global End-to-End Logistics

Global distribution, SKU evaluation, custom packaging, and secure inventory analysis.

Capabilities:

SKU Evaluation (optimizing catalog performance and product grouping)

Custom Packaging (brand-aligned, secure, and shipping-ready packing solutions)

Inventory Analysis (proactive tracking to balance demand and stock levels)

Worldwide Distribution (reliable international shipping networks and fulfillment)

OEM & Recall Solutions

Supporting major brands with custom tool programs, product recalls, and specialized parts.

Capabilities:

Essential Tools (designing and supplying custom-engineered tools for dealer networks)

Recall Management (seamlessly distributing replacement parts and custom kits for safety recalls)

Dealer Compliance (ensuring service bays are equipped with required specialty tools)

Dedicated Support (rapid cost proposals, timely shipping details, and high-volume order fulfillment)

Trusted by the Industry’s Best

We build long-term partnerships with leading OEM manufacturers and national institutions to deliver unmatched reliability.

K&L Supply is proud to be the Original Equipment Tool Supplier to all Yamaha® Marine, Motorsports & Golf Car Dealers in the United States.

For the last 25 years, we have worked closely with Yamaha Marine Division to source and manufacture a variety of marine-related tools and equipment.

K&L Supply is an OEM supplier to Honda, providing specialty tools and equipment to support its service operations. Our long-standing relationship is built on responsive customer service, timely cost proposals, reliable order fulfillment, and clear shipment updates, backed by competitive pricing.

Since 2022, K&L Supply has supported the U.S. Department of Defense with tools and equipment, extending our manufacturing and sourcing capabilities to meet the needs of defense-related projects. Our focus is on quality craftsmanship, dependable service, and reliable delivery.

Committed to Quality & Diversity

At K&L Supply, we prioritize precision, environmental responsibility, and industry innovation. Our operations are guided by rigorous management systems and active participation in the global automotive supply chain.

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Quality Management: ISO 9001:2015

We maintain a comprehensive Quality Management System (QMS) to ensure consistent, high-performance service for our customers.

Certification: ISO 9001:2015 certified by PRI Registrar (since December 2021).
Our Focus: Continuous process improvement, risk reduction, and meeting strict regulatory requirements.

Environmental Stewardship: ISO 14001:2015

Quality extends beyond our products to how we impact the world. We are committed to sustainable business practices that allow our operations to thrive while minimizing environmental impact.

Certification: ISO 14001:2015 certified (since December 2023).
Our Focus: Improving environmental performance through efficient resource management and waste reduction.

Industry Leadership: SEMA Membership

As of 2024, K&L Supply Co. is a proud member of the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA). This membership connects us to a global network of automotive industry leaders, providing access to emerging technologies, advanced manufacturing resources, and industry-wide research. This collaboration strengthens our ability to supply premium tools and parts that meet the evolving needs of professional shops.

Industry Leadership: ETI Membership

K&L Supply Co. is proud to be a member of the Equipment and Tool Institute (ETI), an association that connects automotive tool and equipment manufacturers with vehicle manufacturers, technical information providers, and other industry leaders.

Through ETI, we participate in technical exchange and industry collaboration that support product improvement and advance the vehicle service industry. This membership strengthens our commitment to delivering reliable, forward-looking tools and equipment for professional service facilities.

WBENC Certification: Women’s Business Enterprise

K&L Supply is officially certified as a Women’s Business Enterprise (WBE) by the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC).

Certification Status: Verified WBE
What this means: This certification validates that K&L Supply is at least 51% owned, operated, and managed by women.
Our Standards: As the "gold standard" for women-owned business certification, the WBENC process includes a comprehensive audit of our business operations, documentation, and a formal site visit.
Corporate Readiness: Our status is recognized by over 1,000 major corporations, ensuring our operations meet the highest standards for supplier diversity programs.

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