Runaway Australian Superbike Championship leader Glenn Allerton is certain that recent international experience gained while contesting the Brands Hatch round of the British Superbike Championship will boost his chances at Queensland Raceway on Sunday.

A title of 56 points separates Allerton from round five winner Jamie Stauffer, and although he will leave Queensland Raceway ahead regardless of results, the BMW rider is reluctant to let down his guard.

“It was great to be able to step in and ride in the Evo class at Brands Hatch, the BSB is very competitive and I feel like I learnt a lot from the experience,” said Allerton.

“A podium result was there but my bike ran out of fuel on the last lap which was disappointing, but I’ve taken lots of positives from it.

“We didn’t get to test at Queensland Raceway prior to this round but I know the team has been working extra hard in the break.

“We’ve found a bit more power and are ready to try a few knew settings knowing that we already have a great setup and we can really only improve.”

The 2+4 events feature a combined grid of Superbike and Prostock racers, and the separate Prostock Challenge will continue to intensify.

Riders will have 20 minutes on Friday morning to find a suitable setup ahead of Friday afternoon’s Qualifying 1 and Saturday morning’s Qualifying 2.

The top eight times in Qualifying will advance to QBE Superpole to determine the front row of the grid for Saturday and Sunday’s 20-minute races.