I was looking at a scooter but in the end plumped for an electric bike to use around town and for the 6 mile trip into work. Takes me around 25 mins and I don't arrive sweaty and knackered plus it conquers the steep hills with ease.
Add the practical pannier bags and I'm good.
I'd imagine that an electric RE would be cheaper than what's out there at the moment as long as the motor and batteries were of a good quality I think it may do well. Possibly.
Can always add a playing card to the swingarm for some motorcycle sound