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> have a greater terminal velocity No, unless they're Russian, they're not free falling. They have greater potential energy. And also increased traction, increased rolling resistance, and increased losses in wheel bearings and drive components due to friction.
Terminal velocity still applies. Yes, it is because they have more potential energy (per CdA). Rolling resistance increases are pretty marginal with compensating tire pressures (i.e., higher). Wheel bearing losses are de minimis. Drivetrain component friction is not a function of rider weight.
Wheel bearing friction, duh. If the rider stands up while pedaling, it does. :)