Two motorcycle riders have died in an 11-bike crash at a British Superbike Championship event.

Englishman Owen Jenner (21) and New Zealander Shane Richardson (29) were both involved in the crash at the first corner at Oulton Park. Both motorcyclists died shortly after the crash, after attempts at resuscitation.

The race was immediately stopped, and the rest of the event was cancelled.

MotorSport Vision Racing (MSVR) provided an update shortly after the accident.

“Owen Jenner was initially treated trackside … despite further resuscitation treatment, he died from a catastrophic head injury,” the statement said.

“Shane Richardson was initially treated trackside … before being transferred to Royal Stoke University Hospital with severe chest injuries. He died prior to arrival.”

Tom Tunstall was another rider involved in the crash, and suffered “significant back and abdominal injuries”.

Five other riders were treated for “minor injuries”, and a further three were involved in the crash but uninjured.

The statement also confirmed the crash is being fully investigated in conjuction with the Coroner and Chesire Constabulary.

Photo: Motorcycle Racer in Tight Turn on the Race Track by Joaquin Delgado found HERE and used under a Creative Commons license. This image has not been modified.