You can also just get a pinion gear (the one on the motor) that's a tooth or 2 smaller. Gears are about $5. When we started racing with BL systems in the 1/18 cars we found out in a hurry the track wouldn't hold them, and gearing down was the best option. You're right, they scoot pretty good even with the stock electronics. They're a blast to race if you ever get a chance.