Kings Mountain, NC--Indian Motorcycle announced the appointment of its first exclusive importer / distributor. Paul Chedid Automotive Group has formed Indian Motorcycle France to promote and sell the 2009 Indian Chief, Indian Motorcycle accessories, and Indian Motorcycle apparel at Indian Motorcycle France in Paris. As the Indian Motorcycle business develops Indian Motorcycle France plans to establish a dealer network throughout France.

For over twenty years, the Chedid Automotive group has imported many prestigious American automotive brands including Cadillac, Hummer and Corvette.

Indian Motorcycle France will provide European motorcycle enthusiasts with the complete selection of 2009 Indian Chiefs. The Chief model range includes: the Chief Standard, Chief Deluxe, Chief Roadmaster and Chief Vintage. Chedid’s future plans include expanding European distribution throughout France, and to Monaco, Luxembourg, and Belgium.

The new Indian Chief motorcycles are premium products and will be produced in limited numbers, with the focus on outstanding quality, performance and exclusivity. Limited production will ensure the highest level of quality is maintained and owners will be certain to enjoy the enduring value.

Founded in 1901, the legendary Indian brand remains America’s first motorcycle and is highly revered. The re-launch of Indian Motorcycle has been under the supervision of Chairman Stephen Julius and President Steve Heese. Mr. Heese commented “We’re very excited to deliver Indian Motorcycles back to the world stage and to be partnering with Paul Chedid. Paul has a demonstrated track record of success in building a sales and service organization for luxury automotive products."

"I have always wanted to be involved with a true motorcycle, manufactured in the USA" says Paul Chedid. "When the opportunity presented itself to help bring the Indian brand back on the International stage I jumped at the chance. The style, presence and outstanding build quality of each motorcycle makes me proud to have the opportunity to display the Indian bikes in our Paris showroom and in other dealerships throughout Europe."