I think the electric scooter is a good idea but sadly though it's the human element that's making the electric scooter bad. I mean what kind of douchebag drives a 2 wheeled motorized vehicle on the sidewalk? If it has non-human propulsion & wheels it's considered a motorized vehicle! The last time I checked, driving a motorized vehicle on the sidewalk is frowned upon. BTW I don't live in California & I have no plans on to either!