The LT is the best bike on the market for long distance riding. My buddy has a Goldwing, we traded bikes and he said there was no comparison, the LT was such a much more refined bike. I wanted to keep the LT (it was paid in full) but finances dictated its sale to make room for the R3T.
I didnt get the R3T until October and the riding season was nearly over, but I still managed about 1000miles before I put it away for the season. Im impressed so far, its not the same as the LT, but that was to be expected.
I really wish Triumph would come out with the electronic cruise control that they promised, otherwise I think I guess Il get a throttlemeister