André Grapperon

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André Grapperon in 1913

André Grapperon was a French champion

Indian in the United States at Brighton Beach Motordrome, losing to Arthur Chapple of New York, who also rode an Indian. [2]

References

  1. Brighton Beach Stadium
    when Arthur Chapple of New York, champion motor cyclist of America, defeated Andre Grapperon of Paris, European title holder, in a special two-mile race for the world's championship.
  2. ^ Motorcycle Steven E. Alford, Suzanne Ferriss - 2007 -- Page 25 "However, within a year Hendee and Hendstrom began a company to produce motorcycles commercially, shipping a bike to England to Board track racer: André Grapperon, of Paris, France. be exhibited at the 1902 Stanley Cycle Show."