1931 Henderson
The Henderson Four, designed by William G. Henderson in 1911-12, was the third American in-line four. It had a nineteen-year life ending in 1931 with this model. Henderson was the first company to introduce the kick-stand. In 1917 Henderson sold out to Ignaz Schwinn of Schwinn bicycle fame and manufacturer of the Excelsior Motorcycles, who produced it as the Excelsior-Henderson. The Henderson in-line engine was a favorite of light plane builders for its smooth, quiet, vibrationless power. One such enginne was used in the Museum's Milliken Special.
Specifications: Engine–air-cooled four-cylinder in-line; bore 2-11/16 in., stroke 3-1/2 in. Displacement–79.4 cu. in.. Power Rating–14 hp.
Accession no. 1978G26.
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