A group of Brisbane cyclists has gained massive online support for a series of linked bike pathways in the CBD.

The Brisbane Central Business District Bicycle Users Group and Space For Cycling Brisbane have come together to petition Brisbane City Council to install a series of protected bike lanes throughout the CBD.

Cyclists want protected bikeways in the CBD. Credit:Michelle Smith

They say their plan will ensure every business within the CBD will be less than two blocks from a protected bike lane.

The type of lanes they propose installing are separated from car traffic by small plastic or cement barriers separating cyclists and cars.