Commuting on an electric bike? Good idea. With an e-bike you can say goodbye to traffic jams and parking stress. Longer distances or getting up that last slope before reaching the office are just a piece of cake with an electric bike. Not a hard choice to make, is it? It’s only... the price, quite a chunk out of your budget. Before you panic, we have good news: you can lease an electric bike. That way, you don't have to pay the whole purchase price at once. You pay a fixed, low monthly fee for the use of the bicycle, including insurance, service and maintenance. That's win-win, because you don't have to compromise and you go for the e-bike of your dreams. More good news? After 36 months of leasing, you can take over the electric bike at a residual price of about 15%. Or you can simply lease a new bike.
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Electric bike leasing: who can apply?
Electric bikes are hot. It seems like everyone has one nowadays. Except you? Until recently, you may have thought it was not for you. You know better now. Every model now has an electric variant, from city to racing bike, or even a gravel or mountain bike. Fantastic, this extra power boost. This way, you avoid arriving at the office on Monday morning drenched in sweat. And yet you contribute to a sustainable future and your own health.
From employee or freelancer to entrepreneur, you too can lease a bicycle. And for each of you, a company bicycle is much more tax-friendly than a company car. Sounds good? Just keep on reading.
Electric bikes: what does it cost?
Your electric bicycle is 100% tax deductible. And not only the bike, this 100% rule also applies to all repairs and certain accessories, such as a helmet or lock for your electric bicycle. In addition, as an employer, you can pay your employees a tax-free bicycle allowance of up to €0.25/km. And as if that weren't enough, a company bicycle is not a taxable benefit, and not subject to Benefit in Kind tax for the kilometres you cover in your spare time.
But how much does it cost to lease an electric bike? The exact price of your monthly repayment depends on the nature of the agreement and the type of bike you choose. Our Lease a Bike calculator will calculate it for you.
Electric bike: lease or buy?
Buying an e-bike or leasing one, the choice is yours. With a purchase, of course, you have to cough up the cash in one go. In addition, you are responsible for the service costs afterwards. Going for the cheaper version instead of the top model? Well, with leasing, this is not necessary. You can just get the e-bike of your dreams. All inclusive! Insurance, service and various maintenance packages are also included in your monthly lease payment. Need we say more?
An electric bicycle, which one to choose?
Now that you know that an electric bicycle is right for you and what the advantages are, it's time to choose. Are you going for a regular e-bike or a speed pedelec? Whereas an electric bike usually offers assist up to 25 km/hour, a speed pedelec does so up to 45 km/hour.
Do you want to continue your weekend sports efforts during your working week? No problem at all. An electric racing bike is also a possibility. Or go for an e-gravel bike or an e-MTB and include a fun offroad trail to and from work on your daily commute.
Time to decide. Lease a Bike helps you to choose.
Leasing an electric cargo or delivery bike
Dropping off the kids at school before you go to work. Bringing the dog along on the weekend ride. Shopping in the city. So many reasons why a normal electric bike is not enough. In those cases, the electric cargo bike is definitely for you. The ultimate family bike for a safe outing with your entire brood. Check. You can also lease it instead of buying. Saves a lot of money. We take care of the administrative side, so that you can fully focus on your family.
Our top 6 electric cargo bikes can be found here.
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