So basically a reasonably priced electric replacement for the 50 cc &quot;moped&quot; class scooter. So interesting...<p>How bad are the laws still? A lot of places specifically define a moped in terms of internal combustion engine displacement. Is there a generally accepted electric motor equivalent for the purposes of the exception?<p>What is really needed is a reasonably priced scooter that can go 50 MPH. It is hard to commute in most cities with something that can only go 30 MPH. You are better off going in the other direction and getting an e-bike, which in a lot of places gets you access to the bikeways. ... or heck, since you are willing to be rained on, just get a stinking bike and be much more likely to survive the experience...