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The 2003 Honda FTR is a retro street tracker for the Japanese market. Its air-cooled 223cc single drives through a five-speed gearbox and chain. At 128 kg wet with a 780 mm seat and 7.2-litre tank, it is a simple, nimble bike for newer riders.

Capacity
223.0 ccm
Engine
Single, four-stroke
Gearbox
5-speed
Dry weight
119.0 kg
Seat height
780 mm
Power
19.0 HP (14.0 kW)
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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 12Agility 65Comfort 55Off-road 35Touring 30Road manners 60
Off-road & trail35%
Cornering60%
City riding80%
Daily riding75%
Touring30%
Two-up40%
Track15%
Best for
It's designed as a nimble, low-displacement all-rounder for everyday commuting and light urban riding rather than outright performance.
Built for
The FTR has a simple, approachable, air-cooled single-cylinder charm suited to relaxed, practical riding rather than thrills.
Not ideal for
It's not the right choice for riders seeking highway touring comfort, high-speed performance, or serious off-road capability.

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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At 780mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2003 Honda FTR, with a moderate knee angle of around 115 degrees and a forward-leaning 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
223.0 ccm
Power
19.0 HP (14.0 kW)
Torque
21.0 Nm (2.1 kgf-m)
Engine type
Single, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio
0.1597 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke
65.5 x 66.2 mm
Compression
9.0:1
Cooling system
Air
Fuel system
Carburettor
Starting
Electric
Ignition
CDI
Lubrication system
Pumping spray
Transmission
Gearbox
5-speed
Transmission type
Manual
Final drive
Chain
Clutch
Wet, multiplate
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1395 mm
Overall length
2080 mm
Overall width
910 mm
Overall height
1115 mm
Seat height
780 mm
Dry weight
119.0 kg
Wet weight
128.0 kg
Fuel capacity
7.20 litres
Ground clearance
180 mm
Chassis & suspension
Frame
Double cradle
Front suspension
Telescopic fork
Rear suspension
Swing arm
Rake (fork angle)
25.0°
Trail
84 mm
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Single disc
Rear brakes
Expanding brake
Front tyre
120/90-18 65P
Rear tyre
120/90-18 65P

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 200220032006200920132016
Capacity 223 cc 223 cc 223 cc 223 cc 223 cc 223 cc
Dry weight 119 kg 119 kg 119 kg 119 kg 119 kg 119 kg
Seat height 780 mm 780 mm 780 mm 780 mm 780 mm 780 mm
Fuel capacity 7.2 L 7.2 L 7.2 L 7.2 L 7.2 L 7.2 L

Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.

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Common questions

What is the engine size of the Honda FTR?

The 2003 Honda FTR has a Capacity of 223.0 ccm (13.61 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Honda FTR have?

The 2003 Honda FTR has a Power of 19.0 HP (14.0 kW).

How many gears does the Honda FTR have?

The 2003 Honda FTR has a Gearbox of 5-speed.

What is the torque of the Honda FTR?

The 2003 Honda FTR has a Torque of 21.0 Nm (2.1 kgf-m or 15.5 ft.lbs).

How much does the Honda FTR weigh?

The 2003 Honda FTR has a Dry weight of 119.0 kg (262.3 pounds).

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