Originally Posted by cjlipps

After nearly 30 years of BMWs I'm going to try on a Harley. BMW technology has eclipsed my budget and mechanical willingness. I'm keeping several Airheads but am going to be selling the K1200LT and am looking for a two-up tourer. I've done quite a bit of research but am in search of more detail. Thought some of you could add to my confusion.
I'm looking at the Ultra Classic dresser. I like the simplicity of the carbed models which leads me toward pre 1998 models (although some 1995 and up were FI) and the battery was moved from the saddlebag to under the seat in 1994 so that's desirable. My ideal would be a 1994-1997 but there are few to choose from. However, there are loads of pre 2005(ish) models for not much more money.
What's up with the early FI units? (Weren't they Magneti-Morelli or something?) When was the FI changed to the newer ones? What about the twin-cam vs the Evo in power, longevity, fuel economy, driveability etc.? Weren't there some problems with the early TC-88 and when did this get fixed (if ever)?
My go fast days are gone and I'm happy to cruise at the speed limit or so. I'd just like to discuss the pros and cons of the carbed Evo vs the FI Evo vs the FI TC.
Thanks!