2017 Harley-Davidson Fat Bob
Android Auto, CarPlay & Streaming Apps for 2017 Harley-Davidson Fat Bob
| Factory code | FXDF |
|---|---|
| Engine | Twin Cam 103 |
| Factory head unit | No factory options — HogPlay Screen recommended |
| Factory USB location | None |
The 2017 Harley-Davidson Fat Bob closed out the bike's original Dyna-platform run in style, pairing its unmistakable dual-headlight stance and fat 130mm front tire with the High Output Twin Cam 103 engine standard that year — a torque-heavy powerplant built for stoplight-to-stoplight punch. Like every Fat Bob before the 2018 Softail redesign, it left the factory with no radio, screen, or infotainment of any kind. The fix is the 7-inch HogPlay Media Screen, a bar-mounted unit that brings wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto to this 2017 Fat Bob without touching its stripped-down attitude.
No Factory Radio — Add Your Own Screen
The 2017 Harley-Davidson Fat Bob 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.)
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✓ Universal fitHogPlay Universal Motorcycle USB Charging Ports - USB-A & USB-C (Harley-Davidson, Indian, Goldwing)About the 2017 Harley-Davidson Fat Bob
Harley built the Fat Bob to look like it skipped everything unnecessary, and the factory dash backs that up — no display, no speakers, nothing but the analog gauges the bike came with. That minimalist stance is exactly what made this generation of Fat Bob a favorite for riders who wanted raw Dyna character over touring-bike polish, and it's also why the HogPlay Media Screen fits so naturally: it mounts to the handlebars rather than cutting into the fairing that isn't there.
Installation is a straightforward bolt-and-wire job. The mount clamps to the bars, two leads run to power and ground, and the unit is up and running — no dash surgery, no dealer wiring harness. It's fully reversible, so a 2017 Fat Bob that's been in the family for years or is headed for resale down the road stays factory-stock underneath.
2017 Harley-Davidson Fat Bob CarPlay & Android Auto — FAQ
Does the 2017 Harley-Davidson Fat Bob support wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto?
The 2017 Harley-Davidson Fat Bob 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 2017 Harley-Davidson Fat Bob.
How do I get wireless Android Auto on the 2017 Harley-Davidson Fat Bob?
The 2017 Harley-Davidson Fat Bob 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 2017 Harley-Davidson Fat Bob?
The HogPlay Media Screen on the 2017 Harley-Davidson Fat Bob 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 2017 Harley-Davidson Fat Bob plug-and-play and reversible?
Yes. Every HogPlay upgrade for the 2017 Harley-Davidson Fat Bob 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 2017 Harley-Davidson Fat Bob?
No — the 2017 Harley-Davidson Fat Bob 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 2017 Harley-Davidson Fat Bob on its own.
Which HogPlay parts fit the 2017 Harley-Davidson Fat Bob?
The part made for the 2017 Harley-Davidson Fat Bob 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 2017 Harley-Davidson Fat Bob, is a Media Box or a Piglet the better pick?
Neither is needed on the 2017 Harley-Davidson Fat Bob: 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 2017 Harley-Davidson Fat Bob wireless?
Yes — the HogPlay Media Screen runs Android Auto and Apple CarPlay on the 2017 Harley-Davidson Fat Bob fully wireless; pair your phone once over Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.
Bring modern connectivity to your 2017 Fat Bob with the HogPlay Media Screen, a rugged bar-mount unit sealed and waterproofed to shrug off rain, road grime, and everyday abuse. Dual Bluetooth handles two jobs at once — one channel pairs your phone for wireless Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, the other feeds an auxiliary amp, handlebar speakers, or a portable Bluetooth speaker for real sound. A small built-in speaker keeps turn-by-turn directions and basic audio audible even without an external setup, so the Fat Bob gets modern navigation and music without losing its stripped-down look.
Android Auto on the 2017 Harley-Davidson Fat Bob: HogPlay makes the 2017 Harley-Davidson Fat Bob run wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay — compare every Android Auto option that fits the 2017 Harley-Davidson Fat Bob, then confirm your exact fit with What Fits.
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