2005 Harley-Davidson Road King Custom
Android Auto, CarPlay & Streaming Apps for 2005 Harley-Davidson Road King Custom
| Factory code | FLHRS |
|---|---|
| Engine | Twin Cam 88 |
| Factory head unit | No factory options — HogPlay Screen recommended |
| Factory USB location | None |
The 2005 Harley-Davidson Road King Custom struck a different pose than the standard King — stripped-down front end, blacked-out styling, and a lower, leaner touring stance built around the Twin Cam 88. It's still a full-dress cruiser at heart, just wearing less chrome, which means it also skipped the factory radio and infotainment options bolted onto pricier touring trims that same year. Riders who want modern connectivity on this 2005 Road King Custom need an add-on, and the HogPlay Media Screen is built for exactly that gap.
No Factory Radio — Add Your Own Screen
The 2005 Harley-Davidson Road King 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.)
HogPlay CarPlay screens that fit 2005 Harley-Davidson Road King Custom
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✓ Universal fitHogPlay 7" Motorcycle Touchscreen - Wireless CarPlay, Android Auto & Screen MirroringWe also stock universal parts that fit the 2005 Harley-Davidson Road King Custom and most other motorcycles — standalone CarPlay screens and universal USB power.
Universal parts that fit 2005 Harley-Davidson Road King Custom and most other motorcycles
✓ Universal fitHogPlay Motorcycle Media Box Power Boost Cable - USB-C✓ Universal fitHogPlay Motorcycle Media Box Power Boost Cable - USB-A
✓ Universal fitHogPlay Universal Motorcycle USB Charging Ports - USB-A & USB-C (Harley-Davidson, Indian, Goldwing)About the 2005 Harley-Davidson Road King Custom
Harley leaned into the custom-bobber look for this model, pairing the torque-heavy Twin Cam 88 with a solo seat, low-mount bars, and none of the fairing-mounted tech that came standard on Electra Glides of the same era. That bare-bones approach is great for the ride, less great for navigation or music on the road.
The HogPlay Media Screen bolts to the handlebar clamp of the 2005 Road King Custom without touching the tank, tins, or fairing, so the custom's clean lines stay intact. It taps into a switched 12V power source and a solid ground, then pairs wirelessly with your phone — no factory wiring harness to hunt down. Mount, wire, ride, and the whole unit reverses off in minutes if you ever want the bars bare again.
2005 Harley-Davidson Road King Custom CarPlay & Android Auto — FAQ
Does the 2005 Harley-Davidson Road King Custom support wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto?
The 2005 Harley-Davidson Road King 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 2005 Harley-Davidson Road King Custom.
How do I get wireless Android Auto on the 2005 Harley-Davidson Road King Custom?
The 2005 Harley-Davidson Road King 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 2005 Harley-Davidson Road King Custom?
The HogPlay Media Screen on the 2005 Harley-Davidson Road King 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 2005 Harley-Davidson Road King Custom plug-and-play and reversible?
Yes. Every HogPlay upgrade for the 2005 Harley-Davidson Road King 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 2005 Harley-Davidson Road King Custom?
No — the 2005 Harley-Davidson Road King 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 2005 Harley-Davidson Road King Custom on its own.
Which HogPlay parts fit the 2005 Harley-Davidson Road King Custom?
The part made for the 2005 Harley-Davidson Road King 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 2005 Harley-Davidson Road King Custom, is a Media Box or a Piglet the better pick?
Neither is needed on the 2005 Harley-Davidson Road King 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 2005 Harley-Davidson Road King Custom wireless?
Yes — the HogPlay Media Screen runs Android Auto and Apple CarPlay on the 2005 Harley-Davidson Road King Custom fully wireless; pair your phone once over Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.
Every HogPlay Media Screen we install on a 2005 Road King Custom runs dual Bluetooth, so one channel keeps your phone locked to wireless Apple CarPlay or Android Auto while the other feeds a handlebar speaker, portable Bluetooth speaker, or auxiliary amp for real volume at highway speed. A compact built-in speaker handles turn-by-turn prompts and light audio on its own, no extra gear required. The housing is fully sealed and waterproof, built to shrug off rain, road grime, and vibration ride after ride.
Android Auto on the 2005 Harley-Davidson Road King Custom: HogPlay makes the 2005 Harley-Davidson Road King Custom run wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay — compare every Android Auto option that fits the 2005 Harley-Davidson Road King Custom, then confirm your exact fit with What Fits.
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