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20 Oct 2025

Kilkenny gardaí make big seizure on High Street in the city

Kilkenny gardaí have issued a serious warning as a result online

Kilkenny gardaí make major seizure on High Street in the city

An E bike has been seized by Kilkenny gardaí on High Street in the city for a number of offences.

"The regulations allow an E Bike to have a motor up to 250w with a maximum speed with assistance from pedal power of 25kmh," Kilkenny gardaí posted to social media.

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"This vehicle was 1200w and we tested it at 45kmh on our dyno. The user will be prosecuted for no insurance as with these specs it is a mechanically propelled vehicle.

"If you own one of these STOP USING IT IMMEDIATELY in any Public Place," the post concluded. 

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