A 10-year plan to boost cycling in Queensland is under review just halfway through its intended lifespan in an attempt to ensure the state doesn't fall behind the rest of the world.

The government is looking to rework the Queensland Cycle Strategy in light of new thinking behind cycle safety both internationally and at a local level.

Cycling in Brisbane. Credit:Glen Hunt

Findings from the inquest into the death of Danish student Rebekka Meyer played a key role in convincing the government to take a second look, according to Bicycle Queensland chief executive officer Ben Wilson.

"It actually gave a person in a position of civil responsibility the avenue to say what we had been saying and that is we need to relook at road space and get the best bang for our buck for everybody and not just one group of vehicle," he said.