In 2023, how many Byrider franchises in Missouri were not renewed?
Byrider Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| | 2023 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | | Maryland | 2021 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Col. 1 | Col. 2 | Col. 3 | Col. 4 | Col. 5 | Col. 6 | Col. 7 | Col. 8 | Col. 9 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| State | Year | Outlets at Start of Year | Outlets Opened | Termina- tions | Non- Renewals | Reacquired by Franchisor | Ceased Opera- tions- Other Reasons | Outlets at End of the Year |
| 2022 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
Source: Item 20 — Outlets and Franchisee Information (FDD pages 81–87)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Byrider's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, there was one Byrider franchise in Missouri that was not renewed in 2023. The table provided in Item 20 outlines the changes in the number of outlets for each state over the past three years. Specifically, for Missouri in 2023, the table shows that there were 6 outlets at the start of the year, 0 outlets opened, 0 terminations, 1 non-renewal, 0 reacquired by the franchisor, 0 ceased operations for other reasons, resulting in 5 outlets at the end of the year.
This information is crucial for potential Byrider franchisees as it provides insight into the stability and turnover of franchises within the system. A non-renewal can occur for various reasons, including the franchisee's decision not to renew or Byrider's decision based on performance or other factors. Understanding the reasons behind non-renewals can help a prospective franchisee assess the risks and opportunities associated with investing in a Byrider franchise in a specific state.
In addition to the table, Exhibit H lists franchisees who left the system, including those who were not renewed. Terry Gerhart (MO110 – N. Kansas City) is listed as a franchisee who was not renewed, but the listing also indicates that this franchisee continues to operate other Byrider locations. This additional information provides a more nuanced understanding of the non-renewal, suggesting it may have been a strategic decision rather than a failure of the business.
Prospective franchisees should investigate the reasons for non-renewals in their target areas to better understand the local market dynamics and the franchisor-franchisee relationship. This due diligence can help in making an informed decision about investing in a Byrider franchise.