1997 Harley-Davidson Custom

Android Auto, CarPlay & Streaming Apps for 1997 Harley-Davidson Custom

1997 Harley-Davidson Custom — HogPlay 7-inch CarPlay & Android Auto screen fitment
Factory codeFXSTC
EngineEvolution 1340
Factory head unitNo factory options — HogPlay Screen recommended
Factory USB locationNone

The 1997 Harley-Davidson Softail Custom carried the Evolution 1340 into another year of low-rider styling, hidden rear shocks, and a cockpit that kept things purely mechanical — no radio, no screen, just gauges and an open handlebar. That blank slate makes it a strong candidate for the HogPlay Media Screen, a 7-inch bar-mount touchscreen wired to power and ground that brings wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto to a bike that predates factory infotainment by decades.

No Factory Radio — Add Your Own Screen

The 1997 Harley-Davidson Custom left the factory with no radio, stereo or touchscreen to bypass — so instead of a workaround, you add your own. A standalone HogPlay Media Screen is a 7-inch head unit with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, live Maps & Waze navigation, calls and streaming built in — we recommend the Screen 7 Pro with its onboard DVR drive-cam. Most riders settle for Bluetooth-only kits that leave the phone in your pocket with no turn-by-turn directions; this puts it all on the bars instead. It mounts to the handlebars with basic power and ground and comes off just as easily, so reach out to the HogPlay team if you'd like a hand. (Media Box support on Screens is in development.)

We also stock universal parts that fit the 1997 Harley-Davidson Custom and most other motorcycles — standalone CarPlay screens and universal USB power.

About the 1997 Harley-Davidson Custom

The 1997 Softail Custom's uncluttered handlebar and low-profile dash offer clean space for a small accessory mount without crowding the custom look.

The HogPlay Screen attaches to the bar, connects to power and ground, and mounts reversibly, so the bike's original styling and controls stay exactly as they were.

1997 Harley-Davidson Custom CarPlay & Android Auto — FAQ

Does the 1997 Harley-Davidson Custom support wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto?

The 1997 Harley-Davidson Custom left the factory with no radio or touchscreen, so it cannot run CarPlay on its own. A bar-mounted HogPlay Media Screen adds wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, navigation and streaming to the 1997 Harley-Davidson Custom.

How do I get wireless Android Auto on the 1997 Harley-Davidson Custom?

The 1997 Harley-Davidson Custom has no factory radio, so a HogPlay Media Screen is the way to add Android Auto: it has wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay built in, nothing else required.

What apps and streaming can I run on the 1997 Harley-Davidson Custom?

The HogPlay Media Screen on the 1997 Harley-Davidson Custom is a self-contained media center: wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto plus navigation, music and apps on the handlebars.

Is the HogPlay install on the 1997 Harley-Davidson Custom plug-and-play and reversible?

Yes. Every HogPlay upgrade for the 1997 Harley-Davidson Custom 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 1997 Harley-Davidson Custom?

No — the 1997 Harley-Davidson Custom has no factory screen to unlock, so no bypass is involved. A bar-mounted HogPlay Media Screen adds wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay to the 1997 Harley-Davidson Custom on its own.

Which HogPlay parts fit the 1997 Harley-Davidson Custom?

The part made for the 1997 Harley-Davidson Custom is the bar-mounted HogPlay Media Screen — wireless Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, navigation and streaming in one unit. Confirm the exact fit with What Fits.

For the 1997 Harley-Davidson Custom, is a Media Box or a Piglet the better pick?

Neither is needed on the 1997 Harley-Davidson Custom: with no factory radio, the all-in-one HogPlay Media Screen is the pick — wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay are built in.

Is Android Auto on the 1997 Harley-Davidson Custom wireless?

Yes — the HogPlay Media Screen runs Android Auto and Apple CarPlay on the 1997 Harley-Davidson Custom fully wireless; pair your phone once over Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.

Bring the 1997 Softail Custom's cockpit up to speed with the HogPlay Media Screen, a rugged 7-inch handlebar touchscreen for bikes with no factory audio system. One Bluetooth channel handles phone calls and CarPlay or Android Auto navigation while a second pairs to an aux amp, handlebar speakers, or a portable Bluetooth speaker at the same time. A small built-in speaker keeps turn-by-turn prompts audible without any of that. Fully sealed and waterproof, the housing is built to last on a bike that's already proven it can go the distance.

Android Auto on the 1997 Harley-Davidson Custom: HogPlay makes the 1997 Harley-Davidson Custom run wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay — compare every Android Auto option that fits the 1997 Harley-Davidson Custom, then confirm your exact fit with What Fits.

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