After the Byrider franchise is terminated or expires, for how long am I restricted from having an interest or involvement in a competing business?
Byrider Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Provision | Section in Franchise Agreement or\nother | Summary | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duriday Franchisis s | agreement Article 15 | Within 20 days of a nation of | |
| n. | Byrider Franchising Partners' right of first refusal to acquire your business | Article 15 | Within 30 days of a notice of assignment from you, Byrider Franchising Partners has the right to match the offer given you by a third party and cause the transfer or assignment to be made to Byrider Franchising Partners. |
| 0. | Byrider Franchising Partners' option to purchase your Business | N/A | Not applicable. |
| p. | Your death or disability | Article 14.4 | Does not constitute an assignment subject to Byrider Franchising Partners' right of first refusal. |
| q. | Non-competition covenants during the term of the franchise | Article 18.1 | Subject to state law, no direct or indirect involvement with the sale of similar products or services by another entity. |
| r. | Non-competition covenants after the franchise is terminated or expires | Article 18.2 | Subject to state law, no interest or involvement in a competing business for 1 year within 25 miles of your Business or within 10 miles of any other Byrider-branded business. |
Source: Item 17 — Renewal, Termination, Transfer, and Dispute Resolution (FDD pages 56–63)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Byrider's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, if your franchise is terminated or expires, you are subject to a non-competition covenant. This means you cannot have an interest or involvement in a competing business for one year. This restriction applies within 25 miles of your Byrider business or within 10 miles of any other Byrider-branded business. This covenant is subject to state law, meaning the specific enforceability and terms may vary depending on the state in which your franchise operates.
This non-compete clause prevents former franchisees from immediately leveraging Byrider's confidential information, customer relationships, and business model to start or join a competing business in the immediate vicinity. The geographic limitations (25 miles from your location, 10 miles from other Byrider locations) are designed to protect Byrider's market share without unduly restricting a former franchisee's ability to earn a living.
Prospective franchisees should carefully consider the implications of this non-compete agreement. It is important to understand how state law may affect its enforceability and to evaluate how the geographic restrictions might impact future business opportunities after leaving the Byrider system. Franchisees should consult with legal counsel to fully understand the scope and limitations of the non-compete covenant in their specific state.