Who is responsible for obligations under the lease before the Franchisor assumes them for a Byrider franchise?

According to Byrider's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the tenant, who is the franchisee, is solely responsible for all obligations under the lease for their Byrider franchise. This remains the case unless and until Byrider Franchising Partners, LLC (the franchisor) or another franchisee expressly assumes these obligations in writing and takes actual possession of the premises.

This means that the franchisee is fully liable for rent, maintenance, and any other responsibilities outlined in the lease agreement with the landlord. Byrider does not take on any of these responsibilities automatically. The landlord acknowledges that the tenant's operations are independently owned and operated.

For a prospective franchisee, this highlights the importance of carefully reviewing the lease agreement and understanding all its terms before signing. The franchisee should also be aware that Byrider's assumption of the lease is not guaranteed and depends on specific conditions being met, such as Byrider taking possession of the premises. This clause protects Byrider from being automatically liable for a franchisee's lease obligations.