For a Byrider franchise, what is the geographic scope of the initial protected territory described in the FDD?

According to the 2025 Byrider Franchise Disclosure Document, the initial protected territory for a franchisee is defined as a radius of 2 miles surrounding the business location. This means that Byrider will not operate or grant a franchise to another business within that 2-mile radius, offering the franchisee a degree of exclusivity in their immediate area. However, this protection is conditional. Byrider retains the right to operate or franchise another business within the protected territory if the franchisee defaults on the agreement and fails to correct the issue within the given cure period.

This protected territory is subject to potential modifications. If Byrider determines, based on demographic changes or other factors, that an additional Byrider business could be viable within the franchisee's protected territory, the franchisee has a right of first refusal to open that additional location. Byrider will notify the franchisee of this opportunity, and the franchisee has 30 days to exercise this right. To qualify, the franchisee must meet Byrider's current criteria for franchisees, demonstrate sufficient capital, and sign the current franchise agreement.

If the franchisee declines or does not qualify for the additional location, Byrider can modify the protected territory and grant a franchise to someone else. In this case, the franchisee will not have the right of first refusal for the territory that is no longer part of their protected area under the renewal franchise agreement. This highlights that while Byrider offers an initial protected territory, its scope can change based on the franchisor's strategic decisions and the franchisee's ability to expand.