The Thruxton may not have that much more power out the engine, but is so much lighter. Every time I borrow one from the stealer I wonder how much trouble I'm gonna get in to on it.
I have seen pics of them done out for long distance with so much stuff on, I've done a weekend away, but it was only 100 miles down the road.
Go to the dealer and one of them will speak to you....that's the one to get.
Gina
03 America - Pretty stock - except the TBS wheel...

06 America - missing, presumed in bits. With it's TBS wheel...

09 America - It's very blue....