For a Byrider franchise, what is the definition of 'Business Location' according to the FDD?
Byrider Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
oping and operating a business under the Marks (as defined below) offering used vehicles and, in connection therewith, financing services (herein sometimes called the "BYRIDER business" and the "CNAC business," respectively, and collectively the "System").
- 1.2 The System. The distinguishing characteristics of the System include, without limitation, a facility for the Business Location wherein such business is conducted; a system for establishing and operating a business for the offer and sale and service of used vehicles; a system for the financing of primarily used vehicles; BYRIDER Computer Software; exterior and interior design, decor, layout and color scheme; exclusively designed signage; confidential operating procedures;
Source: Item 23 — Receipts (FDD pages 88–335)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Byrider Franchise Disclosure Document, the 'Business Location' refers to the physical facility where the Byrider business is conducted. This location is a key component of the Byrider System, which includes a specific system for operating a business that offers, sells, and services used vehicles, along with financing services.
The FDD emphasizes that the Business Location must adhere to Byrider's standards for exterior and interior design, decor, layout, and color scheme. It also requires exclusively designed signage. This suggests that Byrider franchisees have limited flexibility in designing or modifying the physical appearance of their locations, as they must conform to the franchisor's established brand standards.
Furthermore, the location of the Byrider franchise determines the franchisee's protected territory, which is defined as a radius of 2 miles surrounding the Business Location. This means Byrider will not operate or grant another franchise within that 2-mile radius, offering the franchisee a degree of exclusivity in their immediate area. However, this protection is conditional, as Byrider retains the right to operate or franchise other businesses in the protected territory if the franchisee defaults on the Franchise Agreement and fails to cure the default within the specified period.