Harley-Davidson Skyline (2023.5+)
Headset Bypass Required
A headset bypass is required for any CarPlay, Android Auto or Media Box solution on Harley-Davidson screens.
Factory CarPlay is locked behind a paired headset — the head unit wants the headset's microphone, so it simply will not run without one paired. The USB port is restricted the same way, which is why a Piglet or a Media Box does nothing on a stock bike no matter what you plug in. A HogPlay headset bypass removes that requirement — CarPlay and the USB port both work without a headset paired. If you ride in a state where a helmet isn't required, that matters: a headset isn't a realistic answer on an open-face or bare-headed ride.
The Skyline (2023.5+) (2023-2026) is the factory head unit fitted to 31 model-years in our fitment database. 9 HogPlay parts are confirmed to work with it.
Parts that fit your Skyline (2023.5+)
CarPlay & Android Auto Media Boxes
HogPlay Pro Media Box
HogPlay Plus Media Box
Media Box Special Edition (SE1)
HogPlay Media Box
USB CarPlay & Android Auto Piglets
CarPlay Headset Bypass Adaptors
The ‘Original’ HogPlay Bypass for Harley Davidson® 2023.5+ UnderSeat 12V Port
HogPlay Bypass ‘The Original’ for Harley Davidson® 23+ - 12pin UnderSeat P&A Connector
HogPlay USB- C Wireless CarPlay Bypass adaptor
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What each part does
Bypass adaptors
Your Skyline (2023.5+) has the hardware for Apple CarPlay, but Harley-Davidson gates it behind a paired headset — the head unit wants the headset's microphone, and without one CarPlay will not run. The USB port is restricted the same way, so a Piglet or a Media Box does nothing on a stock bike. A HogPlay headset bypass plugs into the factory harness and removes that requirement: CarPlay and the USB port both work with no headset paired. If your state lets you ride without a helmet, that is the difference between using the system and not. No flashing, no dealer visit, and it is reversible — unplug it and the bike is stock.
USB Piglets
Once the bypass has opened the USB port, a USB Piglet adds Android Auto plus Mirror Link and AirCast screen mirroring — putting your phone's actual screen on the dash. No Harley factory screen has Android Auto on its own; the bypass and a Piglet are what add it.
Media Boxes
With the bypass in place, a Media Box adds Android Auto plus streaming — Netflix, YouTube, YouTube Music, podcasts and more — on the screen you already have. It even plays from an SD card or USB drive, so you are not burning phone data.
Not sure if your bike has the Skyline (2023.5+)?
Fitment depends on your exact year and model. Look your bike up by year, make and model and we'll tell you which radio it has and exactly what fits it.
Installation
Every HogPlay part on this page is plug-and-play into an existing connector — no cutting, no splicing, and no permanent modification to your bike. Unplug it and the motorcycle is back to stock. Fitment on this page is verified against the factory service documentation for this radio, not guessed from model names.
Frequently asked questions
Does the Harley-Davidson Skyline radio have Apple CarPlay and Android Auto?
What are my CarPlay and Android Auto options for the Skyline?
A HogPlay Skyline Bypass removes the paired-headset lock so factory Apple CarPlay and the USB port work without one. Add a Piglet or Media Box to that open USB for Android Auto — the Media Box also brings Netflix, YouTube, YouTube Music, podcasts and more — and it plays from an SD card or a USB drive, so you are not burning phone data, the Piglet also brings screen mirroring.
Why do I need a bypass for the Skyline?
Factory CarPlay and the USB port are gated behind the paired headset. The bypass removes that gate — CarPlay runs and the USB opens, which is what a Piglet or Media Box then uses to add Android Auto and streaming/mirroring.
How do I add Android Auto and streaming to the Skyline?
Do I need to replace the Skyline radio?
No. The Skyline stays in the bike; the bypass and a Piglet or Media Box add everything through it.
Ride safe: on-screen video is for parked viewing only — never watch video while the motorcycle is in motion. Music, audio and navigation are made for the road.
