1997 Harley-Davidson Flhtcu/I Sidecar
Android Auto, CarPlay & Streaming Apps for 1997 Harley-Davidson Flhtcu/I Sidecar
| Factory code | FLHTCUI |
|---|---|
| Engine | Evolution 1340 |
| Factory head unit | None from factory — add an aftermarket CarPlay radio |
| Factory USB location | None |
The 1997 FLHTCU/I Sidecar carries Ultra-grade touring comfort and a batwing fairing designed for long hauls, but like every 1996-1997 Big Twin it left the factory with zero audio provisions. That's actually good news for an upgrade: the fairing pocket is a blank canvas for a Diamond Audio MS-HD9813 or Soundstream SG-V2 / WHD.9813, both cut for the 1998-2013 batwing opening and installable here with the right kit and harness. Wireless CarPlay and Android Auto follow, and a HogPlay Media Box behind the radio brings streaming video and audio along for the ride.
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.
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A Diamond Audio MS-HD9813 or Soundstream SG-V2 / WHD.9813, installed with the correct 96-97 fitment kit and wire harness, drops into the 1997 FLHTCU/I Sidecar's batwing pocket and delivers wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto at the bars.
The HogPlay Media Box then pairs with that radio to unlock Netflix, YouTube and other streaming apps, turning the sidecar cockpit into a genuine entertainment stop.
1997 Harley-Davidson Flhtcu/I Sidecar CarPlay & Android Auto — FAQ
Does the 1997 Harley-Davidson Flhtcu/I Sidecar support wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto?
The 1997 Harley-Davidson Flhtcu/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 Flhtcu/I Sidecar?
Your 1997 Harley-Davidson Flhtcu/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 Flhtcu/I Sidecar?
A HogPlay Media Box adds Android Auto plus Netflix, YouTube, maps and music to the 1997 Harley-Davidson Flhtcu/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 Flhtcu/I Sidecar plug-and-play and reversible?
Yes. Every HogPlay upgrade for the 1997 Harley-Davidson Flhtcu/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 Flhtcu/I Sidecar?
No — the 1997 Harley-Davidson Flhtcu/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 Flhtcu/I Sidecar?
The 1997 Harley-Davidson Flhtcu/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 Flhtcu/I Sidecar, is a Media Box or a Piglet the better pick?
Both work on the 1997 Harley-Davidson Flhtcu/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 Flhtcu/I Sidecar wireless?
Yes — a HogPlay Media Box or Piglet gives the 1997 Harley-Davidson Flhtcu/I Sidecar fully wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay on its aftermarket radio.
An Ultra-class sidecar rig like the 1997 FLHTCU/I deserves more than an AM/FM dial, and that's exactly what a fairing-matched aftermarket radio delivers. Once the CarPlay-ready head unit is seated in the batwing, the HogPlay Media Box connects in behind it to unlock Netflix, YouTube and the streaming apps riders expect today. It installs plug-and-play with no factory harness cut, letting this 1997 Ultra sidecar combo pick up modern media without losing a shred of its original character.
Android Auto on the 1997 Harley-Davidson Flhtcu/I Sidecar: HogPlay makes the 1997 Harley-Davidson Flhtcu/I Sidecar run wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay — compare every Android Auto option that fits the 1997 Harley-Davidson Flhtcu/I Sidecar, then confirm your exact fit with What Fits.
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