Participant in an illegal motorcycle race lost control of his fast-moving bike and crashed into a car. The impact threw him into another racer on a second motorcycle. Both of them crashed, and one of them fell off his bike face-first onto the road. It completely tore the skin on his face apart. Even so, it can be considered incredibly lucky that he survived.
Accidents like this are a harsh reminder of why motorcyclists should wear high-quality protective gear. The human body is more fragile than we think or want to admit.
Participating in illegal street races not only breaks the law but also endangers you and other road users. Such races should always be reported to the municipal authorities and maximum safety measures should be taken. A better idea is to rent time at a racing circuit.
