Spectrum: Bike leasing as a company bike is becoming increasingly popular in this country. It is an attractive opportunity for companies to do something for environmental awareness and the health and satisfaction of their employees, and employees are happy about high-quality bicycles at very attractive conditions. With www.mein-leasingrad.de, a new provider is now starting business.
It often feels like company bikes are still overshadowed by company cars. However, with the steady rise of e-mobility and a growing awareness of the environment and personal health, company bikes are becoming increasingly attractive to employees. A new player in the company bike market is launching these days with www.mein-leasingrad.de – a collaboration between Hermann Hartje KG, which owns bicycle brands such as Conway , Victoria , and i:SY, and the established leasing provider Baron Mobility Service GmbH (BMS).
The company bike principle – actually almost TOO simple
In many places, however, there is still uncertainty when it comes to company bikes and employees in particular are wondering how such a process works in detail. In the case of mein-dienstrad.de, the cooperating dealer does most of the work and paperwork. As a lessee, you can find out more directly there and also choose a bike from the brands Conway, Contoura, i:SY, Tern or Victoria (minimum price: €595). The dealer can initiate the leasing process with a mouse click via an automated process – if the employer already has a declaration of consent, the contract is sent directly to the employer. If this declaration is not yet available, BMS will contact you and provide information about the conditions and advantages of the leasing program.
If the lease agreement is concluded, the lease payments will be tax-advantaged for the employee through salary sacrifice. Whether the employer covers a portion or all of the payments depends on the individual case. The only remaining benefit for the employee is the depreciation of the company bike as a taxable benefit according to the well-known 1% rule. To clear up any misunderstanding: private use of the bicycle is expressly permitted.
At the end of the 36-month leasing contract, the employee can take over the entire package for a favorable residual value or, of course, return it and opt for a new leased bike.
Optional services: insurance, maintenance or accessories
A very convenient and undoubtedly worthwhile option for many employees when leasing via mein-dienstrad.de is putting together an individual package. In addition to comprehensive insurance, this can also include maintenance contracts and even bicycle accessories.