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Old Mar 22, 2017 | 04:10 AM
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Hi everyone, I tried searching and did some research on manufacturers' websites but I couldn't come to a definitive conclusion.
Is there a replacement head unit for older bikes (2009 FLHX) that will have Bluetooth connectivity with an iPhone and allow the rider to have control (skip songs, go through playlists, etc.) of the iPhone using the handlebars controls?
The most likely contender appeared to be the Jensen HD1BT but the manufacturer told me that it was not possible to control the phone with the handlebars controls.

Thank you in advance for any help!
 
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Old Mar 23, 2017 | 07:26 AM
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I know it's of no help to you but I've been wondering the same thing.
 
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Old Mar 23, 2017 | 08:10 AM
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Aquatic is plug and play for their HD models.

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Old Mar 27, 2017 | 06:53 PM
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Originally Posted by Tailwind
Aquatic is plug and play for their HD models.

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Thanks for the info. I just contacted them and they assured me that you could control the iPhone via BlueTooth using the handlebars controls.

http://www.aquaticav.com/where-to-bu...vidson-stereo/
 
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Old Mar 27, 2017 | 08:47 PM
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Just installed alpine hd 149bt, great HU.You will need a controller with it,I run Biketronics unit ,have a 2008flhx.I plug my IPhone in through the usb app and play list work fine,so does Bluetooth.Could not be happier with it.
 
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I also have a Alpine CDE 147HD and no issues for about four years now....Good luck
 
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Originally Posted by duglaura&flhti
I also have a Alpine CDE 147HD and no issues for about four years now....Good luck
im hoping the kenwood hu's operate as well with the music selection on iphone/ipod?
 
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Old Mar 29, 2017 | 02:41 PM
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Jumping in on the Alpine train I have a 153BT and it works fine.... Although I only stream Pandora thru Bluetooth so the only things I do are turn up/down volume and skip songs.
Have the Biketronics controller with it.
 
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