Bike leasing for the self-employed: How does it work?

Buy a bike or lease one?

As a self-employed person, you have the choice between buying your work bike or opting for a lease. Buying means you become the owner straight away, but you’ll have to sort out the insurance, maintenance and any roadside assistance yourself. With a lease, everything is included: roadside assistance, comprehensive insurance and a maintenance budget… with no nasty surprises!

Benefits of bike leasing

Bike leasing is 100% tax-deductible if you include it in your cost structure as a transport hire expense. What’s more, you can spread the payments over a period of 3 to 4 years. You can put together your ideal bike at a local bike dealer near you and also include all sorts of accessories in the package: a helmet, a pannier, a lock… The main advantage? You can ride with peace of mind throughout the lease term thanks to the all-inclusive leasing package: insurance, maintenance and VAB breakdown assistance included.

At the end of the leasing period, you can buy the bike at its residual value or return it at no cost. In either case, you can start a new lease, meaning you’ll always be riding the latest model whilst staying focused on your business!

Finally, thanks to our online tool My.Cyclis, designed for cyclists, everything is accessible in an instant. Does your bike need servicing? Simply show your service budget to your bike shop using your smartphone. Is your bike damaged or stolen? Don’t panic! You can find the helpline number quickly and easily on My.Cyclis.

Want to find out more? Download our brochure, specially designed for the self-employed!

How can I submit an application?

Go to a local bike dealer and get a quote for your favorite bike including accessories. Send us the quote and your company details (with VAT number) at offerte@cyclis.be. You will receive the lease quote and framework contract by mail within a few business days.

As soon as we receive the approval and signed framework contract, we will order your bike from the chosen bike store.

General benefits of cycling

• Better health: Cyclists are on average 1 to 2 fewer days sick per year than people who do not cycle. It is good for both your physical and mental health. And cycling is also fun and relaxing. Win-win-win!
• Less pollution: Obviously, cycling is much better for the environment than car or public transportation.
• No traffic jams or parking problems: You no longer lose time in traffic jams or searching for parking. Our recent customer survey shows that about 10% of our cyclists get to work faster by bike than by car.

Are you thinking of taking out a bike lease, or do you still have some questions? Don’t hesitate to contact our experts at sales@cyclis.be, they’ll guide you through the process step by step!