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

Buy a bike or lease one?

If you’re self-employed, you can either buy or lease a company bike. If you buy one, you become the owner immediately. If you opt for leasing, you spread the payments over three years and get a wide range of services included from the start. Which option suits you best depends on your business, how you’ll use the bike and your tax and accounting situation.

Why should you lease a bike if you’re self-employed?

With bike leasing, you don’t have to pay the full purchase price up front. You spread the payments over the lease term and can customise your bike to suit you. Pop into a local bike shop and choose the bike that makes you happy. A comfortable city bike, a powerful e-bike, a fast speed pedelec, a practical cargo bike, or perhaps a sporty road bike? You choose what suits your working day and your journeys. Need a helmet, panniers, a lock or other accessories? You can simply add them to your quote.

But that’s not the end of the story. Throughout the lease period, you’re covered by a maintenance budget, insurance, roadside assistance, a replacement bike and an extra year’s free warranty included. That way, you know exactly where to turn for maintenance, damage, theft or breakdowns while you’re on the road. At the end of the lease term, you have another choice: you can either take ownership of the bike at the agreed residual value or return it free of charge. You can then start a new lease and choose a new bike, if you wish.

Everything at your fingertips via My.Cyclis

With our online tool, My.Cyclis, everything you need is just a few clicks away. Want to check your maintenance budget, report a claim or quickly find the right support? Simply log in to My.Cyclis and you’ll find all the information you need, clearly organised and easy to access. Handy when you’re on the move or between appointments.

This is how you’ll soon be riding your dream bike

1. Get started online or talk to our experts

Do your own calculations via My.Cyclis or get in touch with our experts. Choose how you want to get started, and we’ll make sure everything runs smoothly

2. Simulate, choose and request a quote

Spotted a bike you love? Request a quote from a bike dealer near you for the bike of your dreams, including accessories. We’ll then look at the solution that works best for you, both tax-wise and in practical terms.

3. You give the go-ahead, we’ll take it from there

Once you give the go-ahead, we’ll take care of everything: ordering, paperwork, insurance and follow-up. And as we like to get things done quickly, it can all be sorted out surprisingly fast.

4. Collect and enjoy

As soon as your bike is ready at the bike shop, you’ll receive a message. You’ll then be able to go and collect it, hop on, and use it for what it’s meant for: clocking up the kilometres with a smile!

Cycling fits into your working day too

Say goodbye to traffic jams and time wasted looking for a parking space. Cycling turns your daily journeys into an easy way to stay active, while saving you precious time, especially when you’re self-employed. It’s the ideal alternative to the car, whether you’re heading to a business meeting or making a personal trip. Best of all, you arrive feeling energised and with a clear head.

Ready to get your business moving on two wheels?

Download our brochure for self-employed or book an appointment with our experts.

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