1997 Harley-Davidson Flhtc/I Sidecar
Android Auto, CarPlay & Streaming Apps for 1997 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 1997 FLHTC/I Sidecar paired Harley's Electra Glide batwing fairing with a third wheel, giving riders a stable rig long before anyone dreamed of a touchscreen radio pocket. This year came with no factory audio provisions at all, so the fairing cavity is wide open for an upgrade. Drop in a Diamond Audio MS-HD9813 or a Soundstream SG-V2 or WHD.9813 using the proper install kit and wire harness, and the batwing pocket accepts these 1998-2013-spec units cleanly. Follow with a HogPlay Media Box for real streaming on the road.
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 1997 Harley-Davidson Flhtc/I Sidecar and most other motorcycles — standalone CarPlay screens and universal USB power.
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The Diamond Audio MS-HD9813 or Soundstream SG-V2 / WHD.9813 is cut for the 1998-2013 batwing radio pocket, so with the correct install kit and harness it drops into your 1997 FLHTC/I Sidecar's fairing and hands you wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto right at the bars.
Behind that new radio, a HogPlay Media Box turns the same screen into a streaming hub — Netflix, YouTube, and more, running while the sidecar rig is parked or your passenger rides along.
1997 Harley-Davidson Flhtc/I Sidecar CarPlay & Android Auto — FAQ
Does the 1997 Harley-Davidson Flhtc/I Sidecar support wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto?
The 1997 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 1997 Harley-Davidson Flhtc/I Sidecar?
Your 1997 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 1997 Harley-Davidson Flhtc/I Sidecar?
A HogPlay Media Box adds Android Auto plus Netflix, YouTube, maps and music to the 1997 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 1997 Harley-Davidson Flhtc/I Sidecar plug-and-play and reversible?
Yes. Every HogPlay upgrade for the 1997 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 1997 Harley-Davidson Flhtc/I Sidecar?
No — the 1997 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 1997 Harley-Davidson Flhtc/I Sidecar?
The 1997 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 1997 Harley-Davidson Flhtc/I Sidecar, is a Media Box or a Piglet the better pick?
Both work on the 1997 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 1997 Harley-Davidson Flhtc/I Sidecar wireless?
Yes — a HogPlay Media Box or Piglet gives the 1997 Harley-Davidson Flhtc/I Sidecar fully wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay on its aftermarket radio.
Sidecar touring on a 1997 FLHTC/I doesn't have to mean a silent cockpit. Once the fairing carries an aftermarket CarPlay-ready radio, the HogPlay Media Box plugs in behind it and unlocks Netflix, YouTube and the rest of the streaming apps riders actually use. It's plug-and-play, tucked out of sight in the batwing, and built to work alongside the radio rather than replace it. No cutting, no guesswork — just a clean pairing that brings this three-wheeled classic into the touchscreen era while keeping every factory line intact.
Android Auto on the 1997 Harley-Davidson Flhtc/I Sidecar: HogPlay makes the 1997 Harley-Davidson Flhtc/I Sidecar run wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay — compare every Android Auto option that fits the 1997 Harley-Davidson Flhtc/I Sidecar, then confirm your exact fit with What Fits.
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