Name William Davidson | Role Motorcycle racer | |
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Born September 2, 1905 ( 1905-09-02 ) Occupation President of Harley-Davidson, 1942–1971 Relatives William A. Davidson, father
Willie G. Davidson, son Died May 18, 1992, Elm Grove, Wisconsin, United States Alma mater University of Wisconsin-Madison |
William Herbert Davidson (September 2, 1905 – May 18, 1992, Elm Grove, Wisconsin) was president of Harley-Davidson Motorcycles from 1942 to 1971. His father, William A. Davidson, was one of the company founders and his son Willie G. Davidson was a company vice-president.
In 1930 he won the AMA National Enduro Champion title.
Davidson was inducted to the Motorcycle Hall of Fame in 1999.
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