This is the terrifying moment when bikers narrowly escaped a sinkhole as it opened beneath them and swallowed their motorcycle.

The incident occurred in the Sullana district of Piura, Peru, on Tuesday, April 1.

Shocking footage shows the motorcyclist and passenger stopping in front of a large crack in the road, with the rider appearing to hesitate to proceed further.

As the wheel moves slightly past the crack, the vehicle suddenly plunges into the cavity, and the pair quickly scramble to get off.

The two-wheeler is consumed by the pit, and the driver manages to avoid falling in. However, the passenger falls into the water. Both individuals quickly regain their footing as the motorcycle disappears.

The sinkhole had been known since last year, but no repairs had been made, and no warnings were posted in the area to alert motorists.

Reports indicated that the bikers did not sustain any injuries.

It remains unclear whether they were able to retrieve the motorcycle and whether repairs have since been carried out on the road.