Originally Posted by banerjek

Long commutes often don't cost as much time as people think. I had a 40+ mile RT commute for a decade. Even though the bulk of it was along highway, the drive probably only saved 15 min each way actual door to door time because of parking logistics and other advantages the bike offered. There is the cleanup aspect -- I got so I could freshen up in the restroom in a couple minutes and there are a few other things to sort out. But you also don't waste time working out. When you ride that consistently, you'll find the speed comes if you don't already have it.