About the Honda VT750DCA Shadow Spirit
The DCA Spirit code identifies a different branch from CDA ACE Deluxe.
Read DCA in the original model designation
Honda’s 2003 catalogue calls VT750DCA3 the Shadow Spirit D. It lists VT750CDA3 separately as an ACE Deluxe. The letter order matters when matching paperwork, even where a small service part has applications for both motorcycles.
The coil has a narrower application
The linked coil references 30510-MCC-003 and explicitly lists DCA 2003. The intake holders and fork-cap O-rings list 2003 and 2005–2007; the front reservoir diaphragm also includes 2004. Keep this gap visible when assembling an order. Record the coil’s connectors, mounting centres and measured primary resistance against the service manual before selecting a replacement.
Identification and parts selectionDCA identity and the 2004 application gap
| Model or assembly | Identifying detail | What it changes |
|---|---|---|
| VT750DCA3 | 2003 Shadow Spirit D catalogue entry | CDA ACE Deluxe is a separate model-code branch. |
| Intake holders / fork-cap O-rings | DCA 2003, 2005–2007 in these listings | 2004 is not confirmed by these examples. |
| Ignition coil | 30510-MCC-003; DCA 2003 | No resistance or mounting dimensions are published in this listing; confirm them for the installed system. |
| Front reservoir diaphragm | 45520-MM5-006; DCA 2003–2007 | This product explicitly includes 2004. |
Reference: Honda 2003 Shadow model catalogue.
Identify your motorcycle before orderingVT750DCA identification checklist
Keep the frame and engine records together. Confirm the model year using documentation that matches the motorcycle’s market and full model designation.
- Confirm the full DCA designation and model year against the motorcycle’s documentation.
- Record the carburetor, fork-cap and engine markings and any assembly replacements.
- Match electrical connectors and brake components by their actual location and product reference.
Contact PartsNMore with clear photos of the frame and engine markings and the component you need. Include any known replacements or modifications.
VT750DCA: identify the part and retain the year gap
| Component | Listed DCA years | What can be confirmed |
|---|---|---|
| Intake holder set | 2003; 2005–2007 | Reference 16211-MAW-600. Confirm the intake profile and number of holders supplied. |
| Fork-cap O-rings | 2003; 2005–2007 | Set of two cap O-rings; oil seals and dust seals are separate. |
| Rear shoe springs | 2003; 2005–2007 | Return springs; does not supply friction shoes. |
| Ignition coil | 2003 | Reference 30510-MCC-003. Sold individually; order the quantity required. Electrical resistance and mounting dimensions need confirmation. |