BARTLESVILLE, Okla. — On Sunday morning, a law enforcement motorcycle club delighted one of its members by presenting him with a new Harley Davidson.
The recipient, who also serves as a pastor at a church in Bartlesville, had been without a motorcycle for several years yet always attends all the club’s gatherings.
The club members expressed that the pastor is truly one of a kind.
It was a thrilling moment for Brian Schexnayder when his motorcycle community, the Regulators, surprised him with a 2006 Harley Davidson Law Enforcement Edition bike.
“Every time we went out, Bryan couldn’t join us because his bike was always breaking down. So, as a club, we decided it was time to do something for him since he does so much for us,” commented Herb Cline, Vice President of The Regulators.
Cline noted that Schexnayderhas been a dedicated member for many years, but his motorcycle’s frequent breakdowns left him unable to ride.
“It’s hard to claim to be a motorcycle rider when you don’t have a bike to ride, which makes it a bit odd,” said Schexnayder.
This gesture was heavy with significance.
Approximately a decade ago, Schexnayder stepped into the role of chaplain for various law enforcement teams, becoming a vital part of their support system.
“Whenever an officer goes through a tough situation, he is always available to lend an ear and will check in to see how we’re doing,” said Cline. “I recently had an incident and hadn’t even mentioned it, but he found out and reached out to my officer and asked, ‘are you okay?’ He truly cares.”
Washington County Sheriff Scott Owen remarked that the gift is much more than just a motorcycle.
“This is simply a way to express our gratitude, Brian, and to say ‘thank you for being our rock in times of need, we can’t imagine how we would manage without you,'” Owen stated.
The Regulators successfully raised $6,000 with assistance from the Bartlesville Police Department, Washington County Sheriff’s Office, Osage County Sheriff’s Office, and Crossroads Baptist Church in Bartlesville, where Schexnayder serves as pastor.
The initial asking price was set at $7,700, but when the seller learned about Schexnayder’s background, he reduced the cost.
