EagleRider Motorcycle Rental
At a Glance
Products & Services: Motorcycle, scooter, ATV & watercraft rentals & tours
Number of Locations: 72
Total Investment: $47.28K - 179.5K
Founded: 1992
Began Franchising: 1997
Private Owned
About EagleRider Motorcycle Rental
Harley-Davidson enthusiasts Chris McIntyre and Jeff Brown started EagleRider Motorcycle Rental in Newport Beach, California, in 1992. Using the marketing expertise they had gained working for companies like AT&T, McIntyre and Brown built a business that outfits its mostly baby boomer clientele with motorcycles and biker gear for day trips or week-long excursions.EagleRider centers are located in major cities across the United States, renting motorcycles, selling clothing and accessories, and offering guided tours.
Franchise Units
| Year | U.S. | Canadian | International | Company Owned |
| 2011 | 55 | 1 | 1 | 15 |
| 2010 | 72 | 2 | 8 | 15 |
| 2009 | 61 | 2 | 8 | 9 |
| 2008 | 46 | 0 | 2 | 9 |
Where Seeking Franchisees: Franchisor is seeking new franchise units worldwide.
Startup Costs, Ongoing Fees and Financing
Total Investment: $47,283 - $179,496
Franchise Fee: $20,000 - $30,000
Ongoing Royalty Fee: 10%
Term of Franchise Agreement: 10 years, renewable
Franchise Fee: $20,000 - $30,000
Ongoing Royalty Fee: 10%
Term of Franchise Agreement: 10 years, renewable
Financial Requirements
Net Worth: $350,000
Liquid Cash Available: $150,000
Operations
25% of all franchisees own more than one unit. Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 5. Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators).| Financing Type | In-House | Third Party |
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How This Franchise Supports Franchisees
Training: Available at headquarters: 6 days. At franchisee's location: 2 days.
Ongoing Support: Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives,
Marketing Support: Ad slicks, National media, Regional advertising,
Other marketing support: International advertising & promotions