In stodgy, over regulated Canada, only 500W is allowed legally for ebikes; however, it is easily changed to 750W by a software setting on the trip computer.

I've been able to hit 40 Km/Hr coasting downhill on some of the hills around here but even that speed is getting uncomfortable for me - it just doesn't feel safe even though my bike is heavy (70 lbs) & very stable. I'm getting old & wiser I guess.

I'm not sure on the 40th anniversary yet. Perhaps I'll plan on taking Via Rail east bound this time from Vancouver as I haven't been that way in a while...

TAM