2003Honda GL 1800 Gold Wing

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The 2003 Honda GL 1800 Gold Wing is the ultimate luxury touring motorcycle, engineered for long-distance cruising comfort. Its powerful 1832cc six-cylinder engine and shaft drive deliver smooth, effortless highway performance, while an exceptionally low seat height makes it accessible to riders of varying statures. Best known for its plush ride quality, integrated features, and legendary reliability, the Gold Wing suits dedicated touring enthusiasts seeking uncompromised comfort and practicality.

Capacity: 1832.0 ccm
Engine: Boxer, four-stroke
Gearbox: 5-speed
Dry weight: 363.0 kg
Seat height: 740 mm
Power: 118.0 HP (86.8 kW) @ 5500 RPM

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What’s new for the 2003 Honda GL 1800 Gold Wing

vs the 2002

Spec	2002	2003
Power	119.2 HP (87.7 kW) @ 5500 RPM	118.0 HP (86.8 kW) @ 5500 RPM
Gearbox	6-speed	5-speed
Front brakes	Dual disc	Double disc

Other years 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering45%

City riding40%

Daily riding65%

Touring99%

Two-up97%

Track15%

Best for: Built for effortless long-distance highway touring with a passenger and luggage rather than sport riding or commuting.
Built for: A smooth, refined, and gadget-laden grand tourer that rewards a relaxed, unhurried riding style over aggressive cornering ambitions.
Not ideal for: Not a good fit for riders seeking a light, flickable bike for tight city streets, off-road trails, or track-day cornering thrills.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

Will it fit you?

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Your height

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Units

At 740mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2003 Honda GL 1800 Gold Wing, with a cramped knee angle of around 80 degrees and an upright riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 1832.0 ccm
Power: 118.0 HP (86.8 kW) @ 5500 RPM
Torque: 167.0 Nm (17.0 kgf-m)
Engine type: Boxer, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.3251 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 74.0 x 71.0 mm
Compression: 9.8:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: Computer-controlled digital with three-dimensional mapping
Valves per cylinder: 2

Transmission

Gearbox: 5-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Shaft
Clutch: Multi-plate with diaphragm spring in oil bath

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1691 mm
Overall length: 2633 mm
Overall width: 947 mm
Seat height: 740 mm
Dry weight: 363.0 kg
Wet weight: 406.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 25.00 litres
Ground clearance: 125 mm
Oil capacity: 5.60 litres

Chassis & suspension

Frame: 1832cc liquid-cooled horizontally opposed six-cylinder
Front suspension: 45.0mm cartridge fork with anti-dive system
Rear suspension: Pro-Arm single-side swingarm with Pro-Link single shock with computer controlled spring-preload adjustment with two memory presets.
Front wheel travel: 140 mm
Rear wheel travel: 105 mm
Rake (fork angle): 29.3°
Trail: 109 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc
Front brakes diameter: 296 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 316 mm
Front tyre: 130/70-R18
Rear tyre: 180/60-R16

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted

Specification	2001	2002	2003	2004	2005
Capacity	1832 cc	1832 cc	1832 cc	1832 cc	1832 cc
Dry weight	363 kg	363 kg	363 kg	361 kg	359 kg
Seat height	740 mm	740 mm	740 mm	739 mm	739 mm
Fuel capacity	25 L	25 L	25 L	25 L	25 L