2012 Harley-Davidson Slim
Android Auto, CarPlay & Streaming Apps for 2012 Harley-Davidson Slim
| Factory code | FLS |
|---|---|
| Engine | Twin Cam 103 |
| Factory head unit | No factory options — HogPlay Screen recommended |
| Factory USB location | None |
Brand new for 2012, the Softail Slim brought old-school bobber attitude back to the Motor Company's lineup — deep-valanced fenders, a chrome headlamp nacelle, wide whitewall tire, and a solo-style seat riding low over a blacked-out Twin Cam 103 big twin. It's minimalist by design, with nothing on the bars but a small speedo and a single headlamp — meaning zero factory radio or infotainment. The fix for this 2012 Harley-Davidson Slim is the HogPlay Media Screen, a 7-inch bar-mount unit that adds wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto without disturbing that stripped-down look.
No Factory Radio — Add Your Own Screen
The 2012 Harley-Davidson Slim 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 2012 Harley-Davidson Slim
✓ Universal fitHogPlay 7" Motorcycle Touchscreen - Wireless CarPlay, Android Auto & Screen Mirror with DVR Dash Cam
✓ Universal fitHogPlay 7" Motorcycle Touchscreen - Wireless CarPlay, Android Auto & Screen MirroringWe also stock universal parts that fit the 2012 Harley-Davidson Slim and most other motorcycles — standalone CarPlay screens and universal USB power.
Universal parts that fit 2012 Harley-Davidson Slim 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 2012 Harley-Davidson Slim
The Slim's whole appeal is restraint — Harley took the Softail chassis and stripped it to bobber essentials, then backed it with the torque of the 103ci Twin Cam for real stoplight-to-stoplight muscle. It's a bike built to look bare, which is exactly why riders adding modern navigation and music want a unit that doesn't clutter the cockpit.
The HogPlay Media Screen mounts cleanly to the handlebar, keeping the factory gauge and headlamp nacelle untouched. Wiring is simple: tap into a switched power source and ground, done — no dash cutting, no dealer labor. Because the mount is reversible, the screen can be flipped for the best sightline given the Slim's low bar position, and removed just as easily if the bike ever goes back to stock.
2012 Harley-Davidson Slim CarPlay & Android Auto — FAQ
Does the 2012 Harley-Davidson Slim support wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto?
The 2012 Harley-Davidson Slim 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 2012 Harley-Davidson Slim.
How do I get wireless Android Auto on the 2012 Harley-Davidson Slim?
The 2012 Harley-Davidson Slim 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 2012 Harley-Davidson Slim?
The HogPlay Media Screen on the 2012 Harley-Davidson Slim 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 2012 Harley-Davidson Slim plug-and-play and reversible?
Yes. Every HogPlay upgrade for the 2012 Harley-Davidson Slim 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 2012 Harley-Davidson Slim?
No — the 2012 Harley-Davidson Slim 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 2012 Harley-Davidson Slim on its own.
Which HogPlay parts fit the 2012 Harley-Davidson Slim?
The part made for the 2012 Harley-Davidson Slim 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 2012 Harley-Davidson Slim, is a Media Box or a Piglet the better pick?
Neither is needed on the 2012 Harley-Davidson Slim: 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 2012 Harley-Davidson Slim wireless?
Yes — the HogPlay Media Screen runs Android Auto and Apple CarPlay on the 2012 Harley-Davidson Slim fully wireless; pair your phone once over Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.
Every HogPlay Media Screen runs dual Bluetooth, so the 2012 Softail Slim can pair a phone for wireless Apple CarPlay or Android Auto on one channel while streaming audio out to an auxiliary amp, handlebar speakers, or a portable Bluetooth speaker on the other. A compact built-in speaker handles turn-by-turn voice prompts and casual audio on its own when you'd rather skip the extra gear. The housing is fully sealed and waterproof, engineered to shrug off rain, road grime, and vibration ride after ride.
Android Auto on the 2012 Harley-Davidson Slim: HogPlay makes the 2012 Harley-Davidson Slim run wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay — compare every Android Auto option that fits the 2012 Harley-Davidson Slim, then confirm your exact fit with What Fits.
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