Byrider Direct franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Byrider Direct franchise fee is $60,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $378,750 to $707,500, with about $90,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Byrider Direct FDD.
What are the Byrider Direct franchise fees and investment?
The Byrider Direct franchise requires a franchise fee of $60,000 and a total initial investment of $378,750 to $707,500. The franchise fee is one line inside the total investment, which also covers location, equipment, opening inventory and working capital.
| Franchise fee (FDD Item 5) | $60,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $378,750 to $707,500 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $90,000 |
| US locations | 2 |
| Industry | Automotive |
| Headquarters | Carmel, Indiana |
| Founded | 1989 |
| Franchising since | 1989 |
How does the Byrider Direct investment compare with other automotive franchises?
Byrider Direct's minimum investment of $378,750 is above the median minimum investment of $235,400 across the 124 automotive franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 31 of the other 123 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $60,000 compares with an industry median of $30,000.
By minimum investment, Byrider Direct belongs with franchises from $250,000 to $500,000.
What should you verify in the Byrider Direct FDD?
Verify six parts of the Byrider Direct Franchise Disclosure Document before you sign, because figures change with every annual FDD:
- Item 5 and Item 6: the current franchise fee, royalty, marketing fund and technology fees.
- Item 7: the full investment range by expense line, including working capital.
- Item 19: whether Byrider Direct discloses financial performance data, and which units it covers.
- Item 20: openings, closures and transfers, plus contacts for current and former franchisees.
- Item 21: the franchisor's audited financial statements.
- Item 12: whether your territory is protected.
The full list of Items is in the FDD guide. You must receive the FDD at least 14 calendar days before you sign a binding agreement or pay any money.
Which franchises are similar to Byrider Direct?
These automotive franchises have the closest minimum investment to Byrider Direct:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| 1-800-Radiator | $45,000 | $383,500 to $5,279,000 |
| Bandag | $2,500 | $356,500 to $6,524,200 |
| Dentsmart | $25,000 | $351,500 to $555,500 |
| Midas | $10,000 to $35,000 | $341,650 to $924,890 |
| Kwik Kar | $20,000 to $39,900 | $335,000 to $634,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Byrider Direct franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Byrider Direct franchise ranges from $378,750 to $707,500, including a franchise fee of $60,000, according to franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. The exact amount depends on location, build-out and working capital, as shown in Item 7 of the FDD.
How much cash do you need to open a Byrider Direct franchise?
Byrider Direct lists a minimum of about $90,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Byrider Direct locations are there?
Byrider Direct reported 2 US locations in the data compiled in October 2026. Item 20 of the FDD shows openings, closures and transfers for the last three years.
How long has Byrider Direct been franchising?
Byrider Direct started offering franchises in 1989 after the company was founded in 1989.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Byrider Direct and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Byrider Direct. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.