so maltrodextrin is a complex sugar. It won't help with recovery but will supply you with energy. Although it's a slower acting sugar than refined sugar so it is less likely to cause a sugar spike and crash. However, for recovery, one needs protein, preferrably an easy to digest protein, within something like 15 min. Of finishing a hard ride.

As mentioned, for longer rides, protein is also good for longer rides. Check out hammer nutrition for some more details. Also look at the ingredients for it's different products for endurance versus energy stuff.