1996 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide
Android Auto, CarPlay & Streaming Apps for 1996 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide
| Factory code | FLHT |
|---|---|
| Engine | Evolution 1340 |
| Factory head unit | None from factory — add an aftermarket CarPlay radio |
| Factory USB location | None |
The 1996 Electra Glide is the workhorse that started Harley's modern touring lineup, riding behind the familiar batwing fairing — but this year came with no factory audio provisions whatsoever. A Diamond Audio MS-HD9813 or Soundstream SG-V2 or WHD.9813, all cut for the batwing pocket, brings wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto to the dash. Since 1996 never had a factory radio, the correct install kit and wire harness make the swap fit like it belongs there. From there, a HogPlay Media Box adds the streaming apps this classic tourer was never built with.
Headset Bypass Required
The factory radio locks CarPlay behind a paired headset. A HogPlay headset bypass removes that so CarPlay and the USB port work without one — then a Media Box or Piglet adds wireless CarPlay, Android Auto and streaming apps.
We also stock universal parts that fit the 1996 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide and most other motorcycles — standalone CarPlay screens and universal USB power.
Universal parts that fit 1996 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide and most other motorcycles
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✓ Universal fitHogPlay 7" Motorcycle Touchscreen - Wireless CarPlay, Android Auto & Screen MirroringAbout the 1996 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide
With the right install kit and wire harness, the batwing-cut Diamond Audio MS-HD9813 or Soundstream SG-V2/WHD.9813 drops into this 1996 Electra Glide's fairing pocket for wireless CarPlay and Android Auto, even though the bike shipped with no audio at all.
Behind that new touchscreen, a HogPlay Media Box brings Netflix, YouTube, and streaming apps to a 30-year-old classic that never had a media system to begin with.
1996 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide CarPlay & Android Auto — FAQ
Does the 1996 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide support wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto?
The 1996 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide runs an aftermarket head unit that already handles Apple CarPlay. A HogPlay Media Box or Piglet adds wireless Android Auto and streaming apps (and makes CarPlay wireless), no headset bypass needed.
How do I get wireless Android Auto on the 1996 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide?
Your 1996 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide aftermarket radio already runs CarPlay, so just add a HogPlay Media Box or Piglet for wireless Android Auto and streaming apps, no bypass needed.
What apps and streaming can I run on the 1996 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide?
A HogPlay Media Box adds Android Auto plus Netflix, YouTube, maps and music to the 1996 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide aftermarket radio; a Piglet adds wireless Android Auto and CarPlay mirroring in a smaller package.
Is the HogPlay install on the 1996 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide plug-and-play and reversible?
Yes. Every HogPlay upgrade for the 1996 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide is true plug-and-play — a simple electrical connection with no cutting, splicing or flashing, and it's fully reversible. Setup is easy; exactly how you reach the connector varies by bike (USB adaptors plug straight in, while some radio-mounted bypasses need brief fairing or radio access).
Do I need a bypass to add Android Auto to the 1996 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide?
No — the 1996 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide aftermarket radio already runs Apple CarPlay, so no bypass is needed. Add a HogPlay Media Box or Piglet for wireless Android Auto and streaming apps.
Which HogPlay parts fit the 1996 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide?
The 1996 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide fits a HogPlay Media Box or Piglet that plugs into the aftermarket radio for wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. Confirm the exact set for your bike with What Fits.
For the 1996 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide, is a Media Box or a Piglet the better pick?
Both work on the 1996 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide aftermarket radio. The HogPlay Media Box is the full media center — Android Auto, CarPlay, Netflix, YouTube and maps; the Piglet is a pocket-size USB adaptor for wireless Android Auto and CarPlay without the extra streaming apps.
Is Android Auto on the 1996 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide wireless?
Yes — a HogPlay Media Box or Piglet gives the 1996 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide fully wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay on its aftermarket radio.
This 1996 Electra Glide never came with a factory radio, so a HogPlay Media Box paired with its new aftermarket CarPlay radio is effectively building a media system from scratch — and doing it right. The Media Box tucks in behind the batwing-cut touchscreen, plug-and-play once the harness is wired, unlocking Netflix, YouTube, and streaming apps for long stretches on the interstate. For a bike this old with this little factory electronics, the combination brings the cockpit fully current without disturbing the classic batwing fairing lines Harley riders still recognize instantly.
Android Auto on the 1996 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide: HogPlay makes the 1996 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide run wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay — compare every Android Auto option that fits the 1996 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide, then confirm your exact fit with What Fits.
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