Harley CarPlay Setup: Normal, Bypass, & My Secret Hack

Want to get the most out of Apple CarPlay on your Harley-Davidson? In this video, I break down everything you need to know about setting up CarPlay the normal way, plus how to unlock it with a bypass kit—and I’ll even share a secret hack that most riders don’t know about.

I compare three popular bypass solutions for Harley Touring models:
Maedhawk – budget-friendly option
Copmert – another low-cost solution
Tim’s Stereo Systems – a premium, professional-grade setup

Finally, I reveal a DIY CarPlay bypass trick that uses something most of us already have lying around in the garage. This will save you money and open up CarPlay access without needing expensive gear.

If you’ve been wondering:
How do I enable CarPlay on my Harley?
Do I need a headset for CarPlay to work?
What’s the best CarPlay bypass solution?
This video will give you clear answers and help you avoid wasting time or money.

Whether you ride a Road Glide, Street Glide, or another Harley Touring bike, this guide will help you decide which setup is right for your budget and riding style.

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Link to products in the video:
Maedhawk: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=maedhawk&c...

Copmert: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=copmert&cr...

Tim's Stereo Systems: https://timsstereo.com/

Video Content:
0:00 - Intro
0:51 - Harley's intended way to connect and use CarPlay
1:43 - First thing to check if you have problems
3:18 - Valuable resource to check if you have problems connecting
4:28 - What to do if you aren't using CarPlay the way Harley intended
5:27 - The budget friendly options
7:19 - Explanation of what all the bypasses are
7:39 - The professional solution
8:47 - Longevity; the main difference between the budget friendly and professional option
10:28 - My secret Hack that very few know about
12:08 - Outro