INDIANAPOLIS -- A busy route through one of Indianapolis' most popular spots is bottlenecked after the installation of bike lanes.

The area of 62nd Street that runs through Broad Ripple was two lanes in each direction. It's now down to one lane each way to make room for the lanes, RTV6's Eboné Monet reported.

"I think they are terrible. I've lived in this area for 26 years, and it's going to cause nothing but problems and traffic headaches and accidents," said resident Tom Yorgon.

The lanes are part of a larger plan to promote healthy lifestyles and greener living. In 2008, the entire city had just a mile of bike lanes. By the end of this year, officials expect to have 65 miles of bike lanes.

"I think it's fantastic when you're basically going out by yourself," said resident Will Lantz. "I think it's helpful."

Motorists aren't happy about the change.

"It's made it a lot busier. It backs up, especially when you're a little down the road there," said motorist Shawn Wood.

Officials said Indianapolis drivers need to get accustomed to sharing the road.

"It's going to take some time to get used to the new bike lanes for people who are used to traveling that area," said Kara Brooks, of the Department of Public Works.

Charlie Revard, owner of Bike Line, said he's happy the city is more bike friendly and thinks it will attract active people to the area.

"As a driver, you should understand that the bikes belong on the road, and they are a part of the traffic scheme throughout the city," Revard said.

Some bike enthusiasts aren't exactly eager to hit the pavement.

"You never know what could happen. Somebody could be drunk or not paying attention. The cellphone rings, they look down and boom," said bicyclist Brad Myers.

The city plans to have 110 miles of bike lanes by 2015.