In the early 1900s, there was a huge motorcycle racing phenomenon known as board track racing. These guys would race in the huge bowls made of 2X4's or 2X6's at speeds of around 120 with no brakes and no clutches. Naturally a lot of deaths and injuries occured. They didn't usually wear gloves or protective gear other than old leather football helmets. These guys had brass cajones. Due to the injuries and high cost of repair on the wooden tracks, the sport faded away. Here's a neat little video on it:
Great moment in motorcycle history
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