William H. Davidson (motorcyclist)

William Herbert Davidson[1] (September 2, 1905 May 18, 1992, Elm Grove, Wisconsin) was president of Harley-Davidson Motorcycles from 1942 to 1971.[2] His father, William A. Davidson, was one of the company founders and his sons, John A. Davidson was a company president and Willie G. Davidson was a company vice-president.[3][4]

William Herbert Davidson
Born(1905-09-02)September 2, 1905
DiedMay 18, 1992(1992-05-18) (aged 87)
Elm Grove, Wisconsin
Alma materUniversity of Wisconsin–Madison
OccupationPresident of Harley-Davidson, 1942–1971
RelativesWilliam A. Davidson, father
Willie G. Davidson

In 1930 he won the AMA National Enduro Champion title.[5]

Davidson was inducted to the Motorcycle Hall of Fame in 1999.[5]

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