1996 Harley-Davidson Flhtc/I Sidecar
Android Auto, CarPlay & Streaming Apps for 1996 Harley-Davidson Flhtc/I Sidecar
| Factory code | FLHTCI |
|---|---|
| Engine | Evolution 1340 |
| Factory head unit | None from factory — add an aftermarket CarPlay radio |
| Factory USB location | None |
The 1996 FLHTC/I Sidecar brought fuel injection to Harley's Classic-trimmed sidecar platform, but even with the updated fuel system it still rode the batwing fairing with no factory audio provisions. A Diamond Audio MS-HD9813 or Soundstream SG-V2 or WHD.9813, cut for the batwing pocket, brings wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto to the dash. Since 1996 has no factory radio pocket, the correct install kit and wire harness make the fit proper. A HogPlay Media Box then finishes the job with real streaming capability.
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 Flhtc/I Sidecar and most other motorcycles — standalone CarPlay screens and universal USB power.
Universal parts that fit 1996 Harley-Davidson Flhtc/I Sidecar and most other motorcycles
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✓ Universal fitHogPlay 7" Motorcycle Touchscreen - Wireless CarPlay, Android Auto & Screen MirroringAbout the 1996 Harley-Davidson Flhtc/I Sidecar
With the correct install kit and wire harness, the batwing-cut Diamond Audio MS-HD9813 or Soundstream SG-V2/WHD.9813 mounts into this 1996 FLHTC/I Sidecar's fairing pocket for wireless CarPlay and Android Auto.
Behind that new touchscreen, a HogPlay Media Box adds Netflix, YouTube, and streaming apps to a fuel-injected sidecar rig that got a modern engine upgrade but never a modern dash.
1996 Harley-Davidson Flhtc/I Sidecar CarPlay & Android Auto — FAQ
Does the 1996 Harley-Davidson Flhtc/I Sidecar support wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto?
The 1996 Harley-Davidson Flhtc/I Sidecar 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 Flhtc/I Sidecar?
Your 1996 Harley-Davidson Flhtc/I Sidecar 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 Flhtc/I Sidecar?
A HogPlay Media Box adds Android Auto plus Netflix, YouTube, maps and music to the 1996 Harley-Davidson Flhtc/I Sidecar aftermarket radio; a Piglet adds wireless Android Auto and CarPlay mirroring in a smaller package.
Is the HogPlay install on the 1996 Harley-Davidson Flhtc/I Sidecar plug-and-play and reversible?
Yes. Every HogPlay upgrade for the 1996 Harley-Davidson Flhtc/I Sidecar 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 Flhtc/I Sidecar?
No — the 1996 Harley-Davidson Flhtc/I Sidecar 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 Flhtc/I Sidecar?
The 1996 Harley-Davidson Flhtc/I Sidecar 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 Flhtc/I Sidecar, is a Media Box or a Piglet the better pick?
Both work on the 1996 Harley-Davidson Flhtc/I Sidecar 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 Flhtc/I Sidecar wireless?
Yes — a HogPlay Media Box or Piglet gives the 1996 Harley-Davidson Flhtc/I Sidecar fully wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay on its aftermarket radio.
The fuel-injected FLHTC/I was ahead of its time mechanically, and pairing this 1996 sidecar rig with a HogPlay Media Box and a new aftermarket CarPlay radio finally brings the cockpit up to the same standard. 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, easy miles on a three-wheel platform. With no factory audio to work around, the install kit handles the fit and the Media Box does the rest, closing the gap between 1996 electronics and 2026 streaming.
Android Auto on the 1996 Harley-Davidson Flhtc/I Sidecar: HogPlay makes the 1996 Harley-Davidson Flhtc/I Sidecar run wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay — compare every Android Auto option that fits the 1996 Harley-Davidson Flhtc/I Sidecar, then confirm your exact fit with What Fits.
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