UK employees can now access shared e-bikes through Cyclescheme, thanks to a new partnership between BHN Extras and Lime. The partnership gives employees a more affordable way to commute by e-bike, with eligible workers able to save between 28% and 47% on an annual Lime subscription through Cyclescheme.
The partnership brings Lime’s e-bikes to Cyclescheme range of Cycle to Work benefits, enabling employees to pay for an annual subscription through salary sacrifice.
The Lime Annual Subscription with a 500 minute monthly allowance costs £635/year (£52.92/month) before the tax break. Post tax break (including income tax and national insurance savings) employees pay:
· £38.10/month (28% savings) for Basic rate tax payers (<£50,270)
· £30.69/month (42% savings) for Higher rate tax payers (£50,271-£125,140)
· £28.05/month (47% savings) for Additional rate tax payers (>£125,140)
Employers can also save up to 15% on National Insurance contributions through salary sacrifice.
The launch comes as commuting costs continue to put pressure on household budgets, with the latest ONS figures showing transport prices were 5.7% higher in June 2026 than a year earlier. At the same time, workers are rethinking how they make those journeys, with recent BHN Extras research finding that one-third (33%) of UK employees are considering cycling as part of their commute.
Access could help turn that interest into action, with 44% saying access to an e-bike would encourage them to cycle more. The partnership gives employees a more affordable and flexible way to do so, whether using Lime for their full commute or alongside other forms of transport.
The UK-wide benefit applies to all Lime locations with e-bikes across the country, including London, Milton Keynes, Oxford, the West Midlands, and Nottingham.
Peter Dando, Senior Director, Employee Benefits & Recognition at BHN says: “Lime bikes have become a familiar sight on UK streets, whether it’s a weekend ride, the last leg home or increasingly, the morning commute. This partnership gives employees a new way to access them through their workplace, with Lime’s first annual subscription available through a Cycle to Work scheme. Cycle to Work has traditionally meant owning your own bike, but for employees who do not want the cost, storage or maintenance commitment of owning a bike, this partnership offers another route into cycling. Bringing Lime into Cyclescheme’s network gives employees another way to put two wheels into their working week, while helping make the commute more affordable.”
Alice Pleasant, Lime’s UK Deputy Head of Region for Government Relations said: “We want to make it easier for more people to choose shared e-bikes for everyday journeys. Through this partnership, eligible employees can access a Lime Annual Subscription through their workplace, giving them a more affordable way to include shared e-bikes in their commute, whether they ride all the way or connect with public transport. It is another option for people looking to make how they get to work more sustainable, healthy and convenient.”
For more information about Cyclescheme Bike Rental, visit: https://www.cyclescheme.co.uk/rent-a-bike
