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BuyEBike
BuyEBike franchise opportunity
Franchise Opportunity

Own Your City. Join the BuyEBike Family.

Turn your passion for cycling and travel into a thriving business. We give you the brand, the bikes, the systems — you bring the drive.

15+

Cities worldwide

10+

Years of experience

50,000+

Happy riders per year

95%

Franchisee satisfaction

A Proven Business. A Global Brand.

BuyEBike has been connecting people with cities through cycling since 2014. What started as a single shop in New York City has grown into a globally recognised brand operating in over 15 cities across North America and Europe. Our franchise model gives you everything you need to launch and grow a successful bike rental and tour business — without starting from scratch.

We have already solved the hard problems. You benefit from a decade of operational know-how, supplier relationships, booking technology, and marketing infrastructure from day one.

BuyEBike franchise team support

10+

Years of proven success

Why BuyEBike?

We are not just a brand — we are a complete business system built for success.

Global Brand Recognition

Tap into a trusted name that travellers already know and search for. Our brand presence in major tourist cities drives organic bookings from day one.

Turnkey Operations System

From booking software and fleet management to staff training and customer service scripts — every operational process is documented and ready to deploy.

Proven Revenue Model

Bike rentals, guided tours, group sales, and events create multiple revenue streams. Our franchisees benefit from a diversified income model that performs year-round.

Dedicated Franchise Support

You are never alone. Our franchise team provides hands-on launch support, ongoing coaching, marketing assistance, and a network of fellow franchisees to learn from.

Supplier Network & Fleet

Access our negotiated supplier relationships for bikes, helmets, locks, and accessories. Lower procurement costs and guaranteed quality from vetted partners.

Marketing & SEO Infrastructure

Benefit from our central marketing team, SEO-optimised website presence, social media support, and listing management across all major travel platforms.

The BuyEBike Franchise Model

A flexible, scalable business designed for tourism-driven cities worldwide.

Starter

Perfect for smaller cities or seasonal markets

  • Fleet of 20–40 bikes (hybrid + electric)
  • 1 guided tour product
  • Online booking integration
  • Brand licence & signage package
  • 3-month onboarding support
  • Access to supplier network
Most Popular

Growth

The most popular choice for mid-size tourist cities

  • Fleet of 40–80 bikes (full range)
  • 3–5 guided tour products
  • Group sales & events capability
  • Full booking & CRM system
  • 6-month onboarding + quarterly reviews
  • Co-branded marketing campaigns
  • Dedicated franchise manager

Premium

For major tourist destinations with high volume potential

  • Fleet of 80–200+ bikes
  • Full tour & events portfolio
  • Multi-location capability
  • Custom booking & fleet software
  • 12-month intensive onboarding
  • Priority marketing & PR support
  • Revenue share optimisation
  • Annual franchisee summit access

Investment Overview

Investment ranges are indicative and vary by city size, market conditions, and chosen tier. Full financial disclosure provided during the application process.

Initial franchise fee€15,000
Fleet & equipment€30,000 – €150,000
Shop fit-out & signage€10,000
Working capital (6 months)€20,000
Total estimated investment€75,000 – €295,000
Ongoing royalty7 % of gross revenue

How to Become a Franchisee

From first enquiry to opening day — a clear, supported journey.

01

Submit Your Application

Fill in our online application form. Tell us about yourself, your city, and your vision. We review every application personally within 5 business days.

02

Discovery Call

We schedule a video call with our franchise team to discuss your market, your goals, and whether BuyEBike is the right fit for your city.

03

Market Assessment

Together we analyse your city's tourism data, cycling infrastructure, competition, and seasonal patterns to build a realistic business case.

04

Franchise Agreement

Once both sides are aligned, we finalise the franchise agreement, territory rights, and investment plan. Full legal and financial documentation provided.

05

Onboarding & Training

Spend time at an existing BuyEBike location. Learn operations, tour guiding, customer service, and fleet management hands-on from our team.

06

Launch Day

Open your doors with a fully stocked fleet, live booking system, trained staff, and a launch marketing campaign. We are with you every step of the way.

What We Provide

Everything you need to run a world-class bike rental and tour business.

Brand & Identity

  • BuyEBike brand licence
  • Signage & shop fit-out guidelines
  • Uniform & merchandise package
  • Brand asset library

Technology

  • Online booking & payment system
  • Fleet management software
  • CRM & customer database
  • Analytics dashboard

Operations

  • Operations manual (500+ pages)
  • Staff hiring & training programme
  • Safety & maintenance protocols
  • Supplier contracts & pricing

Marketing

  • SEO-optimised city landing page
  • Google & TripAdvisor listing setup
  • Social media templates & calendar
  • Email marketing system

Ongoing Support

  • Dedicated franchise manager
  • Monthly performance reviews
  • Annual franchisee conference
  • Peer network & community

Hear From Our Franchisees

Real stories from the people who took the leap.

“Opening BuyEBike Berlin was the best professional decision I ever made. The support from the franchise team during our first season was incredible — they were available whenever we needed them.”

M

Marco R.

Berlin, Germany

Franchisee since 2019

“The brand recognition alone is worth the investment. Tourists already know BuyEBike from other cities — they come to us first. Our first year exceeded every projection.”

S

Sophie L.

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Franchisee since 2021

“I had zero experience in the tourism industry. The onboarding programme gave me everything I needed. The operations manual is genuinely world-class.”

J

James K.

London, UK

Franchisee since 2022

We Are Already in 15+ Cities

And we are actively looking for the right partners in new markets.

BuyEBike global city network

15+

Cities Worldwide

New York, NYSan Francisco, CAWashington, DCMiami, FLSan Diego, CASanta Monica, CABerlin, DEAmsterdam, NLBarcelona, ESParis, FRRome, ITFlorence, ITLondon, UKMunich, DEMilan, IT

We are currently seeking franchisees in: Vienna, Prague, Lisbon, Copenhagen, Stockholm, Zurich, Budapest, Krakow, and other high-tourism European cities.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know before applying.

Apply Now

Ready to Own Your City?

Take the first step. Submit your application and our franchise team will be in touch within 5 business days.

We review every application personally and respond within 5 business days.

Questions Before You Apply?

Our franchise team is happy to answer any questions before you submit your application.