New for Christmas: Kids' Electric Quads Are Here

Every Christmas, a few parents come into the shop, walk past the bikes and ask the same question: "Do you do quads?" Until now the answer was no. This year it's yes.

We've added three electric quads for kids and teenagers to the range, from a first quad for a five-year-old to a full-size youth ATV for a confident ten-year-old and up. They're quiet, there's no petrol or oil, and every one has a key that lets a parent set the top speed.

Here's what each one is like, who it suits, and the rules you need to know before one goes under the tree.

The short version: the EBOX ACDC (€849) is a first quad for younger children. The Kayo Fox-E (€1,400) is a proper step up for growing riders. The Kayo E-Bull (€1,999) is a full-size youth quad for older kids and teens. All three are for private land only, with an adult in charge.

Why electric?

Petrol kids' quads have been around for years. Electric ones are a better fit for most Irish families, for a few simple reasons:

• They're nearly silent. No engine noise means no complaints from the neighbours, and you can hear your child the whole time.
• No fuel, no oil, no fumes. Plug it in after a ride and that's it. There's no petrol can in the shed and nothing to service on the engine.
• The parent holds the key. Each quad has a removable key that sets the speed. Start slow, and only turn it up when your child is ready.
• Smooth power. Electric motors pull away gently, with no clutch or gears to learn. That makes them much easier for a child to control.

Off-road kids' bikes are already one of our busiest lines this time of year. Last October to December, we sold 46 kids' electric dirt and balance bikes from EBOX and Amped, and in the last 30 days alone, 128 Revvi kids' bikes have gone home with Irish families. The quads give those families a four-wheeled option.

1. EBOX ACDC: the first quad (€849)

The EBOX ACDC is built for young first-timers. It's small, low and simple, and the parent controls the speed with a key.

• Age: from around 5 years, up to a 40kg rider
• Motor: 36V 800W
• Speed: a key-operated three-speed limiter set to 8, 16 or 26km/h
• Controls: simple twist-and-go, with forward, neutral and reverse
• Brakes: three disc brakes, two at the front and one at the back
• Comfort: independent suspension and 6-inch knobbly off-road tyres
• Seat height: a low 450mm, so small feet reach the footrests
• Battery: 36V 12Ah lead-acid, charged in 5 to 6 hours

It comes in five colours, so there's a good chance of matching it to a favourite:

The honest trade-off: the ACDC uses a lead-acid battery, which is heavier and slower to charge than lithium. That's normal at this price, and it's tough and easy to look after.

2. Kayo Fox-E: the step up (€1,400)

Kayo is one of the best-known names in kids' off-road motorbikes and quads. The Fox-E puts an electric drivetrain on Kayo's proven youth quad chassis, and it feels like a real quad, not a toy. Kayo recommends it for riders from around 6.

• Motor: 48V 500W brushless, 1.4kW peak
• Speed: up to 26km/h, with four adult-controlled driving modes on a removable key
• Gearbox: automatic, with reverse, and a soft-start throttle so it pulls away gently
• Suspension: independent wishbone front and an adjustable 250mm rear shock
• Brakes: rear disc brake with a parking brake
• Tyres: proper 16 x 8-7 off-road quad tyres
• Battery: 48V 20Ah deep-cycle lead-acid, up to 48km per charge and about 7 hours to recharge
• Size: 600mm seat height, 93kg, with head and tail lights

The Fox-E is sold as the eA70 in other countries. Kayo's distributor in New Zealand has a good walk-round video:

3. Kayo E-Bull: the big one (€1,999)

The Kayo E-Bull is a full-size youth quad for older kids and teenagers who've outgrown a first quad. Kayo recommends it from around 10. It's the one for a teenager on a family farm, or a confident rider who wants real performance.

• Motor: 48V 1000W brushless, 2.1kW peak
• Speed: up to about 39km/h, with four adult-controlled modes on a removable key
• Gearbox: automatic, with reverse
• Brakes: twin front discs, a rear disc and a parking brake
• Suspension: independent wishbone front and an adjustable 250mm rear shock, on 16 x 8-7 off-road tyres
• Battery: 48V 20Ah deep-cycle lead-acid, up to 24km per charge and about 8 hours to recharge
• Size: 665mm seat height, 115kg, with head and tail lights

At 39km/h this is a serious machine, so keep it in the lowest mode until your teenager has shown they can handle it, and only on ground they know well.

Which quad for which child?

Ages are only a guide. What matters more is whether your child can sit with their feet flat on the footrests, reach the brakes comfortably and steer without straining. If you're unsure, bring them in and we'll help you pick.

The rules: private land only

This is the most important part. Kids' quads are off-road vehicles. They aren't road legal, and they can't be taxed, insured or registered for the road.

• Never on public roads, lanes, footpaths, greens, beaches or parks. The RSA says any quad used in a public place needs a licence, and the minimum age for even a light quad is 16.
• Quads are named in the April 2026 law. S.I. 123 of 2026 bans quads, scramblers and pit bikes "in any place", unless the rider is the owner or occupier of the land or has the landowner's written consent. Gardaí can ask to see it, and fines go up to €1,000 for a first offence.
• Your own land, or someone else's with permission. A garden, a field, a family farm or an organised track. If it's not your land, get the landowner's permission in writing.
• No passengers. These are single-seat quads. Carrying a second child is one of the most common ways quad accidents happen.

Our parent's guide to where kids can ride explains the rules in more detail. They're the same for quads as for kids' electric bikes.

Safety: what we'd tell any parent

• An adult is always in charge. Stay close, especially for the first few weeks.
• Start on the slowest key setting. Only turn it up once they're braking and turning confidently.
• Full kit, every ride. A full-face helmet, goggles, gloves, long sleeves, long trousers and boots that cover the ankle.
• Walk the ground first. Check for holes, wire, stones, drains and livestock, and keep well away from roads and lanes.
• Flat ground to begin with. Quads can tip on steep slopes and side-slopes. Learn on flat, open ground.
• Charge it properly. Lead-acid batteries like to be charged after every ride and never left flat. Charge in a garage or shed with a smoke alarm, never overnight unattended.

The complete package

Here's what we'd put with any of the quads:

Essential Safety Set (€100): a full-face helmet, goggles and gloves in one box. On a quad, this isn't optional. It's our best-selling kids' accessory, with 44 sold in the last 30 days.

Spare Gloves (€20): handy when the first pair is soaked after a muddy session.

Hi-Vis Vest (€10): makes your child easy to spot across a big field, especially on a dark winter afternoon.

Assembly and safety check (from €50): quads are heavy, at up to 115kg, and come partly built. We'll assemble it, charge it and check it over in our workshop, so it's ready to ride on Christmas morning. It's €50 for collection or Dublin delivery, and €200 with van delivery elsewhere in Ireland.

If you'd like to see what's involved, here's a retailer's video of an EBOX ACDC being built:

Christmas bundles: an EBOX ACDC with the Essential Safety Set and assembly comes to €999. A Kayo Fox-E with the same comes to €1,550, and a Kayo E-Bull with the same comes to €2,149.

The honest bits

• You need the land. A small back garden is enough for the ACDC in its slowest mode, but the Fox-E and E-Bull need a proper field or farm.
• They're heavy. The Fox-E weighs 93kg and the E-Bull 115kg. You'll need a van or trailer to bring them anywhere, and a dry place to store them.
• Lead-acid batteries take a while. Expect 5 to 8 hours to charge, and keep them topped up over the winter.
• They aren't a family-wide toy. They're built for one child-sized rider at a time, within the weight limits.

Ordering for Christmas

The quads are available to order now. Talk to us about delivery dates, or reserve one with a deposit through our Christmas Club and collect it in December, built and charged. Nearly 90 families have already reserved through the Christmas Club this year.

You can order online with delivery across Ireland, or call in to the shop at Fashion City, Ballymount. Humm and Klarna let you spread the cost, every quad comes with a 1-year limited warranty, and our Dublin workshop looks after servicing and repairs.

If your child would rather have two wheels, the Revvi kids' e-bike range is the other big Christmas favourite. For teenagers, see our guide to what to get a teenager now that e-scooters are 18+. You can browse everything in our Kids E-Bikes collection.

Quick answers

Can kids ride an electric quad on the road in Ireland? No. Quads in a public place need a licence, and the minimum age is 16. Kids' quads are for private land only.

Can my child ride a quad on a friend's farm? Yes, with the landowner's permission. Get it in writing, as the April 2026 law requires written consent if you're not the owner or occupier.

How fast do they go? The EBOX ACDC goes up to 26km/h, the Kayo Fox-E up to 26km/h and the Kayo E-Bull up to about 39km/h. All three have a parent-controlled key to set a lower limit.

What age is a kids' electric quad for? The EBOX ACDC suits children from around 5, the Kayo Fox-E from around 6, and the Kayo E-Bull from around 10. Size, confidence and supervision matter more than age.

Do they need servicing? Far less than a petrol quad. There's no engine oil, filters or spark plugs. Check the tyres, brakes and chain or drive regularly, keep the battery charged, and book it in with us once a year.

Come in and see them

Call in to Fashion City, Ballymount, and talk to us about which quad suits your child, your land and your budget. We'll be honest about the right fit, even if that means the smaller one.

Done right, a quad is one of those presents a child never forgets: wellies on, helmet on, and a field all to themselves.

This guide is general information based on Irish law and official guidance as of 12 October 2026. It isn't legal advice. If you're unsure about a specific situation, contact your local Garda station or the RSA.

Sources: RSA: Quad bikes and ATVs · S.I. No. 123 of 2026 (off-road vehicles)