Son of Harley-Davidson Motor Company founder Walter Davidson, joining the company in 1930 after graduating from the University of Pennsylvania. He became H-D director in 1937 and in 1942 became president of manufacturing. TLS signed “Gordon Davidson,” one page, 8.5 x 11, Harley-Davidson Motor Co. letterhead, April 10, 1936. Letter to a Harley Sales and Service crew regarding gearing options for a motorcycle transmission. In part, “We are enclosing a gear chart which will answer your questions in regard to the gearing with the new four speed transmission. Four speed of this transmission is direct. We believe that a four speed transmission is mainly an advantage for solo driving. The reverse gear transmission is better for sidecar work…We suggest a silver stripe for an all gray machine. One can still secure the LT sidecar of last year at an extra charge of $3.00 net.” In fine condition, with two horizontal mailing folds and some mild edge toning. Accompanied by a copy of a COA from PSA/DNA (item was part of a group) and R&R COA.
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