UK Government Cycle to Work Scheme
The Cycle to Work Scheme at MotaCycles
Save on bikes, e-bikes, and cycling kit through salary sacrifice. We are a registered retailer for Green Commute Initiative—the award-winning provider with no spend limits and no ownership fees.
We accept Green Commute Initiative vouchers only.
How it works
The government scheme, explained simply
The Cycle to Work Scheme is a tax-efficient way to get a bicycle and qualifying accessories. Your employer partners with a scheme provider; you choose what you need from a registered shop like MotaCycles, and repay through monthly salary sacrifice.
Because payments are taken from gross salary, you pay less income tax and National Insurance—the same bike can cost far less than buying outright. At MotaCycles we process orders through Green Commute Initiative only.
Our provider
Green Commute Initiative is the industry-leading and award-winning Cycle to Work Scheme provider with no spend limits and no ownership fees. You can save from 28-47% (depending on your tax rate). Pay monthly through salary sacrifice with no added interest with payment periods ranging from 3 to 60 months. Get any type of cycle through GCI and help reduce congestion and pollution whilst improving your health, fitness and mental wellbeing. When more people cycle for short journeys, everyone wins.
Why Green Commute Initiative
More bike for your money
GCI is why we chose a single, straightforward partner—riders get a better deal and we can focus on bikes, not paperwork.
Save 28–47%
Typical savings through salary sacrifice, depending on your tax rate.
No spend limit
Get the bike or e-bike you actually want—not capped at a low ceiling.
No ownership fees
Unlike some schemes, GCI does not charge extra to own your bike at the end.
3–60 month terms
Spread the cost monthly from your salary with no added interest.
Any type of cycle
Road, MTB, gravel, e-bike, cargo—GCI covers all cycle types.
Award-winning provider
Industry-leading Cycle to Work partner trusted by employers UK-wide.
Getting started
Three steps to your new bike
- 1
Use Green Commute Initiative
MotaCycles accepts Cycle to Work vouchers through Green Commute Initiative (GCI). If your employer is not on GCI yet, ask HR to register—it is quick and free for employers.
- 2
Get your voucher
Apply through GCI with your employer, choose your package value, and receive your voucher. Use the savings calculator below to see what you could save before you commit.
- 3
Redeem at MotaCycles
Contact us with your voucher details before you buy. We will help you choose a bike, e-bike, parts, or workshop services and complete your order as a GCI retailer.
Spend your voucher at MotaCycles
GCI covers any type of cycle—ideal for commuters and mountain bikers alike. Talk to us about what fits your employer's rules.
Bikes & e-bikes
MTB, gravel, road, and e-bike builds
Parts & accessories
Helmets, kit, and upgrades where eligible
Workshop & suspension
Service and suspension work—ask us first
GCI savings calculator
See how much you could save without leaving our site. Use it at home or in the workshop with our team when you are planning your purchase.
Powered by GCI
Before you visit us
- Enter your salary and bike package value to see tax and NI savings.
- Results are estimates—your employer’s payroll setup may vary slightly.
- Bring your numbers to the workshop and we will help you plan your GCI order.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Cycle to Work Scheme?
- It is a UK Government initiative that lets employees get a bicycle and qualifying equipment through their employer, usually via salary sacrifice. Payments come from gross pay, so you save income tax and National Insurance on what you spend.
- Which Cycle to Work provider does MotaCycles accept?
- We accept vouchers from Green Commute Initiative (GCI) only. GCI is our registered Cycle to Work partner—if your employer uses another provider, speak to HR about switching to GCI so you can shop with us.
- How much can I save with GCI?
- Most riders save between 28% and 47% depending on their tax rate. GCI has no spend limits and no ownership fees, with payment periods from 3 to 60 months and no added interest on salary sacrifice.
- Can I buy an e-bike, MTB, or pay for workshop services?
- GCI allows any type of cycle. What you can include in your package depends on your employer’s policy—contact us and we will help you build a voucher that covers your bike, e-bike, accessories, or eligible workshop work.
- How do I start?
- Visit greencommuteinitiative.uk to learn how your employer can join, use our savings calculator on this page, then contact MotaCycles when you have a voucher ready to spend.
Ready to redeem your GCI voucher?
Contact us with your voucher details before you order, or book workshop time for the bike you are buying through the scheme.