The Coney Island Cyclone remains closed indefinitely after the iconic rollercoaster malfunctioned and riders had to be evacuated.

The world-famous Coney Island Cyclone roller coaster closed Friday after a malfunction that forced riders to be rescued on Thursday.

The Coney Island Cyclone has been closed indefinitely after a mechanical failure caused the iconic roller coaster to halt mid-ride. While the famous Luna Park coaster ascended to its drop on Thursday,

The 97-year-old roller coaster, a New York landmark, was taken out of service temporarily after a crack was detected in its machinery.

Coney Island's 'Cyclone' will remain out of service till all necessary repairs are complete and the roller coaster passes a new inspection.

Thrillseekers will have to look elsewhere for their adrenaline rush. The famed Coney Island Cyclone rollercoaster was shut down mid-ride. A damaged chain sprocket in the motor room is to blame, according to operators.

The famed Cyclone roller coaster in Brooklyn is standing still until further notice after a malfunction was detected mid-ride as people were on board.

The famed Cyclone roller coaster in Brooklyn is standing still until further notice after a malfunction was detected mid-ride as people were on board.

James Kirkikis/Shutterstock Surprise surprise, a nearly century-old, wooden roller coaster is experiencing technological malfunctions. This is why people have veloxrotaphobia (aka coaster-phobia). Sarcasm aside and to the chagrin of many New Yorkers,