1997 Harley-Davidson Ultra Classic
Android Auto, CarPlay & Streaming Apps for 1997 Harley-Davidson Ultra Classic
| Factory code | FLHTCUI |
|---|---|
| Engine | Evolution 1340 |
| Factory head unit | None from factory — add an aftermarket CarPlay radio |
| Factory USB location | None |
Like its 1996 sibling, the 1997 Ultra Classic rolled out with a batwing fairing and no factory audio setup at all. That empty pocket is exactly where a Diamond Audio MS-HD9813 or Soundstream SG-V2 / WHD.9813 goes, using the proper install kit and wire harness to adapt this 1998-2013-spec radio to the 1996-97 fairing. That unlocks wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on a bike that predates any factory touchscreen system entirely. Add a HogPlay Media Box behind the new radio and this Ultra Classic picks up real streaming apps too.
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, fitted with the correct kit and harness, drops into the 1997 Ultra Classic's batwing pocket and hands over wireless CarPlay and Android Auto at the bars.
From there, the HogPlay Media Box pairs behind the radio to unlock Netflix, YouTube and other streaming apps for stops along the ride.
1997 Harley-Davidson Ultra Classic CarPlay & Android Auto — FAQ
Does the 1997 Harley-Davidson Ultra Classic support wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto?
The 1997 Harley-Davidson Ultra Classic 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 Ultra Classic?
Your 1997 Harley-Davidson Ultra Classic 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 Ultra Classic?
A HogPlay Media Box adds Android Auto plus Netflix, YouTube, maps and music to the 1997 Harley-Davidson Ultra Classic aftermarket radio; a Piglet adds wireless Android Auto and CarPlay mirroring in a smaller package.
Is the HogPlay install on the 1997 Harley-Davidson Ultra Classic plug-and-play and reversible?
Yes. Every HogPlay upgrade for the 1997 Harley-Davidson Ultra Classic 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 Ultra Classic?
No — the 1997 Harley-Davidson Ultra Classic 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 Ultra Classic?
The 1997 Harley-Davidson Ultra Classic 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 Ultra Classic, is a Media Box or a Piglet the better pick?
Both work on the 1997 Harley-Davidson Ultra Classic 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 Ultra Classic wireless?
Yes — a HogPlay Media Box or Piglet gives the 1997 Harley-Davidson Ultra Classic fully wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay on its aftermarket radio.
There's no factory radio to fight on a 1997 Ultra Classic, which makes the upgrade path simple: a fairing-matched CarPlay radio up front, then the HogPlay Media Box right behind it. That combination unlocks Netflix, YouTube and the full range of streaming apps, installed plug-and-play with the correct 96-97 harness and no permanent changes to the bike. It's a straightforward way to give this full-dress tourer a modern cockpit while keeping its classic batwing lines intact.
Android Auto on the 1997 Harley-Davidson Ultra Classic: HogPlay makes the 1997 Harley-Davidson Ultra Classic run wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay — compare every Android Auto option that fits the 1997 Harley-Davidson Ultra Classic, then confirm your exact fit with What Fits.
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