Description of Offence Fixed Charge
Exceeding the maximum continuous rated power of the electric motor, or combination of electric motors €50
Exceeding the dimensions provided for in that regulation €50
Failure to fit a braking device in accordance with that regulation €50
Failure to fit lighting and reflectors in accordance with that regulation €50
Failure to fit an audible warning device, bell or horn in accordance with that regulation €50
Failure to fit wheels and tyres in accordance with that regulation €50
Driving an electric scooter along or across a footway, other than for access or egress €50
Failure by driver of an electric scooter to obey traffic lights €50
Failure by driver of an electric scooter to obey traffic lights/signs at a railway level crossing €50
Driving an electric scooter into a pedestrianised street or area other than on a cycle track €50
Failure by driver of an electric scooter to obey cycle traffic lights €50
Holding a mobile phone while driving an electric scooter €50
The table below lists the actions that you should take or avoid taking in the interests of your safety and that of other road users.
Dos 3 Don’ts 7
Don’t ever hold on to or lean against stationary vehicles.
Do keep well back when cycling/riding behind a motor vehicle in slow-moving traffic.
Do take extra care on wet or icy roads or when it is windy.
Don’t ever weave in and out of moving traffic.
Do use your bell as a warning device only.
Don’t ever carry a passenger unless your bicycle has been built or specially adapted to carry one.