About Us

Approval Powersports has a long and storied history beginning back in 1951 as Sandusky Motors. Over the years, leadership of our premier Honda, Suzuki and Yamaha powersports has changed and our staff has changed, however, a few things remain consistent. We've always been just like you - riders, racers and enthusiasts of anything in the powersports line. Just as in the beginning, everyone here has a love and enthusiasm for fun and adventure.

When Raymond Ellis founded our Michigan based powersports dealership he insisted that everyone involved in its operation be knowledgeable of our ATVs, motorcycles, PWCs, snowmobile and UTVs. He insisted that each customer be treated with the utmost courtesy and respect and that everyone be served individually. Those virtues are still the foundation on which Approval Powersports operates today.

Whether you're looking for a new or used motorcycle, ATV, snowmobile or personal watercraft, need a new accessory or apparel or parts or service for your powersports vehicle, you can expect to receive excellent customer care.

Our entire powersports dealership is staffed by experts in each of their respective areas. Our sales and finance department always receives rave reviews for their abilities to get everyone the financing they need to ride. Good credit, bad credit or no credit - when you work with us, we'll get you riding.

We're here everyday, and are continually surprised by our experts in the parts, accessories and apparel department. Someone comes in and asks for "that thing that attaches to..." The next thing you know, one of our experts is checking inventory to see if we have the "thing" in stock!

Even more surprising are our service techs who often determine what repair needs to be done when someone says something like "it clunks or clinks". Even though we have the latest equipment to diagnose problems, these guys seem to know the problems as a result of their many years of vast experience. They get you back on the street, trail, snow or water fast. Schedule an appointment or walk in and we think you'll be amazed too at the knowledge and ability to have you riding and doing what you love to do while they make it all seem so easy.

We pride ourselves on our ability to help you with all of your powersports needs. We carry a huge selection of new Honda, Suzuki and Yamaha motorcycles, ATVs, scooters, snowmobiles and personal watercraft. Our selection of all makes and models of used motorcycles and ATVs is one of the largest anywhere. Stop in or shop conveniently online for excellent customer care or to simply be awed by our entire staff.

Contact us

Approval Powersports is conveniently located near the areas of Detroit, Ann Arbor, Lancing, Grand Rapids, Flint, Base City, Port Huron, Bloomfield, Lincon Park, New Hudson, Brighton, Royal Oak, Ferndale, Pontiac, Monroe, Kalamazu, Battle Creek, Toledo, Livonia, and Bad Axe.