Business purchases and leasing
Business purchases and leasing
1. Do you offer business purchases and leasing for companies?
Yes, we offer companies both business purchases and leasing options. E-bikes benefit businesses, employees, and the self-employed with fiscal advantages such as tax deductions. You only need a VAT number to qualify.
You can find retail prices for Cowboy e-bikes on our website here. All prices include VAT.
2. What are the pricing options for a B2B purchase?
For bulk orders, we offer special B2B pricing starting from 5 bikes. You can request a personalized quote by contacting us via the app or email at leasing@cowboy.com.
We would need the following information:
Company name + VAT number
Desired quantity per bike model (Cruiser/Cruiser ST/Cross/Cross ST)
desired accessories
Email address, phone number, and shipping address
3. Are there tax benefits for buying e-bikes as a company?
In most countries, e-bikes are 100% deductible as a business expense, making it a financially attractive option for companies.
4. What leasing options does Cowboy offer for businesses?
Cowboy Leasing provides businesses with a convenient way to offer our full range of e-bikes to you if you are self-employed. You can explore these options and request quotes through our Cowboy for Business page.
5. Can freelancers or self-employed individuals lease a Cowboy e-bike?
Leasing options for self-employed individuals are limited and vary by country.
Belgium: Self-employed professionals, management companies, and sole proprietorships might be able to lease via our partner o2o. (Tip: if the self-employed person is also employed elsewhere, it may be worth checking whether their employer can onboard o2o as a leasing partner instead.)
Germany: Self-employed professionals can lease via mein-dienstrad.de.
Netherlands: Not currently available for self-employed individuals.
France: Not currently available for self-employed individuals.
UK: Not currently available for self-employed individuals.
Alternative - buying instead of leasing: Self-employed individuals can also purchase a Cowboy directly via the website using their business billing address at checkout. This allows VAT reclaim (Netherlands, France, UK) or expensing the purchase as a business cost (Belgium), depending on local tax rules.
6. How do I start the leasing process?
You can begin the leasing process by completing the form on our website.
Our leasing partners will guide you through the setup, and soon, you’ll be riding your Cowboy e-bike.
7. Who can I contact for more information?
For more information on business purchases or leasing options, visit our website or email leasing@cowboy.com. We’re happy to answer any questions.
Leasing a Cowboy e-bike through your employer
Leasing a Cowboy e-bike through your employer
1. What are the advantages of leasing a Cowboy bike through my employer?
Leasing through your employer offers significant financial benefits. The monthly leasing instalments are taken from your gross salary, making it, on average, 40% cheaper than a private purchase. The net cost can be as low as €54 per month for a 36-month period.
Additional advantages include:
Improved health and environmental benefits
Avoiding traffic jams and parking issues
An all-in leasing package that includes services and insurance for peace of mind.
2. How long is the typical leasing period?
The standard leasing period is 36 months, with monthly instalments deducted from your gross salary. Depending on your leasing partner, this period can be longer or shorter.
3. What happens if I leave my employer during the lease period?
If you leave your employer, options may vary depending on your leasing agreement. It’s best to discuss this directly with your employer for more details on how to proceed.
4. Can I add Cowboy’s theft insurance to my leasing order?
No, it's usually not possible to add Cowboy’s theft insurance. Most leasing partners provide their own insurance for theft, accidents, and damages as part of the leasing package. However, you can purchase Cowboy’s insurance privately if desired.
5. Can I include Cowboy Care in my leasing package?
Typically, you cannot add the Cowboy Care subscription to your leasing order, as most leasing partners handle maintenance services. You can still purchase Cowboy Care separately or use the service budget from your leasing package to cover the Cowboy Care plan.
6. Can I add accessories to my leasing order?
Yes, you can add both the bike and accessories to your leasing order. However, some partners may not consider smartphone mounts or matching phone cases as leasable items. Check with your local leasing partner for details.
7. I’ve already purchased/pre-ordered a bike. Can I lease it through a partner?
No, you cannot convert an existing purchase into a lease. The only option is to cancel your existing order and place a new one through a local leasing partner.
8. What if I want to return my Cowboy e-bike?
Generally, returning a leased Cowboy e-bike is not possible. Inspecting your bike upon delivery for any defects or damages is important. If there are issues, contact Cowboy customer service. Exchanges are possible in certain situations. Review our return policy here.
9. Which Cowboy models are available for leasing or Cycle to Work schemes?
You can lease or purchase any of our current models through Cycle to Work schemes, including:
Cruiser
Cruiser ST
Cross
Cross ST
The Circular model is unavailable for leasing and is only sold through our online store.
Kindly note that a kickstand is always included on your bike and is therefore included in the quote price.
10. Can I lock in the current promotion before it ends?
We understand that you want to secure our current promotion, but it's not possible to lock in a specific price or promotion in advance. However, you can always request a quote on the last day of any ongoing promotion to take advantage of the current pricing:
UK and EU customers: Request a quote here - select your leasing or Cycle to Work partner, then request a quote.
Your quote will be valid for 14 days, giving you enough time to complete the Cycle to Work process or the leasing process. If you request a Cycle to Work voucher on, for example, the 15th of the month and the promotion ends at the end of the month, and you still have not received your Cycle to Work voucher by then, you can simply request a new quote on the last day of the promotion. This will extend the promotional price for another 14 days, allowing you to finalize your order.
To stay informed about our latest promotions and their end dates, we recommend subscribing to our newsletter for updates.
11. I requested a quote but haven’t received it—what should I do?
If you haven’t received your quote within one business day, please contact us at leasing@cowboy.com, and we’ll assist you.
Ordering through leasing or cycle-to-work schemes
Ordering through leasing or cycle-to-work schemes
Can I lease a bike?
Yes, you can definitely lease a Cowboy bike if your employer or business works with one of our leasing partners. We offer both employee leasing via several leasing providers and the opportunity to purchase your Cowboy via a cycle-to-work scheme.
Employee Leasing
Leasing includes various services so you can ride worry-free.
It consists of 36 months of operational leasing. The employer usually deducts the monthly contribution from your gross salary. During the leasing period, the bike is technically owned by the leasing company. At the end, you can choose to transfer ownership of the bike at a residual value of 16% to 20%.
36 months of operational leasing comes at an estimated cost of €70-110 gross per month, including:
Yearly maintenance budget/service at the location of your choice
Theft and damage insurance
Road assistance
The net cost per month can be as low as €54. Please note that these amounts depend on your situation and your work sector.
Leasing Partners
In Belgium, we work with:
o2o
Find out how to order on our leasing page.
In Germany, we work with:
Bikeleasing-Services (BLS)
Eurorad
MeinDienstrad
Kazenmaier
JOOLL
Find out how to order on our leasing page.
In France:
Cowboy does not have a direct leasing partner in France yet. The only available option is long-term rental (location longue durée) through a Zenride-affiliated dealer.
Some Cowboy retail partners (especially Ovelo bike shops in France) work with Zenride to offer long-term rental for businesses.
You can find the list of partner stores here: Partner store map
Customers should contact these dealers directly to check whether they can offer a Zenride deal for a Cowboy.
Status: No direct leasing partner — dealer-mediated only (via Zenride)
In the Netherlands, we work with:
Fietslease Holland
Find out how to order on our leasing page.
In Denmark and Sweden, we work with:
JOOLL
In Austria, we work with:
JobRad
Find out how to order on our leasing page.
Can I purchase my bike through FiscFree / a Cycle-to-Work scheme?
Cycle-to-work schemes (UK) & FiscFree (Netherlands) let you buy a bike through your employer, with the cost deducted from your gross wage in installments - usually spread over 12 months. This means you get the bike now and pay it off gradually through your employer, rather than as a single upfront payment.
The process now works through our leasing page: visit cowboy.com/pages/lease-a-cowboy, select the country, then the Cycle-to-work partner your company works with for the UK, or FiscFree for the Netherlands, and then request your quote. This applies to both UK and EU customers.
In the United Kingdom, you can purchase a bike with:
Cyclescheme → Our Cyclescheme partnership is temporarily on hold while we work through some details with their team. We don't have a firm date yet for when it'll be back, but we're on it. In the meantime, reach out to us, and we'll keep you posted the moment it's available again.
The Green Commute Initiative (GCI)
Bike2work
Enjoybenefits
BikeFlex
Vivup
Dash Rides
Find out more on our Cycle to Work page.
In the Netherlands, you can purchase a bike with:
De Nationale Fiets Projecten / Fietsplan (& their digital platform FiscFree)
You can request a quote to order via our leasing page: visit cowboy.com/pages/lease-a-cowboy, select the Netherlands, then FiscFree, and then request your quote.
