I bought a dongle for my Haibike to unlock the 20mph speed limit but rarely exceed 20mph.. It's just not worth the extra power consumption to go fast IMO
We also thought we'd want/need extra batteries but have decided 50mi. rides (if that) is about all our butts can handle. Unless we want to do overnight camping trips with the bikes we don't need more range.
The time and expense required for a type rating and proficiency in a modern mid size jet precludes most serious corporate pilots from being mechanics these days. Just being knowedgeable with FADEC (full authority digital engine control) is mind boggling for even the most experienced wrench...
My Yamaha display also has the power meter showing how much the motor is working in five or six bars, I forget which. I get great range if I keep it to two bars of power out showing and try not to go above that
There is a definite air of superiority from the spandex roadie crowd that I've noticed. As ritestuff pointed out, the lack of a wave, nod of the head or other polite acknowledgement of other riders is quite obvious where I ride.
I too was a corporate pilot (retired now).. I thought "how hard can it be?" about RC airplanes.. It was an expensive lesson to learn that yeah, it's really hard. Of course the biggest problem is the reverse sensing. No problem with the plane flying away from me but coming back at me it was...
Having an RC background does help.. brushless motors, lithium cells, electronic speed controllers etc. all part of the dedicated RC enthusiasts repertoire