Barry Burrell proved to be consistently quick at Oulton Park on the opening day of action as he went he even better in FP2 to remain in control.
The former BSB rider clocked a 1min 45.148s lap in the second session, to end the day 0.149secs ahead of James Ellison.
Third at the end of both sessions was James Bull, with Josh Corner fourth and Nikki Coates fifth.
ROKiT OFF BMW F 900 R Cup, Combined practice:
1. Barry Burrell (Halliwell Jones Motorrad) 1min 45.148s
2. James Ellison (HSO Powered by DHV Solutions) 1min 45.297s
3. James Bull (James Bull Racing) +0.491s
4. Josh Corner (Chasin the Racin) +0.608s
5. Nikki Coates (LDC BMW by FPF Racing) +0.712s