A company spokesman...

A company spokesman said: "It"s something that could happen. If there is enough interest in one, we will probably do it."

These pictures show two options for the TVR bike, produced by one of the firm"s ex-designers, Glynn Kerr. The red one is a high-performance rival to another British machine, the Triumph 955, and the legendary Honda Fireblade. In order to compete, the TVR would require a power output of more than 150bhp, a 0-60mph sprint time of around three seconds and a maximum speed in excess of 160mph.

But while a superbike is most in keeping with TVR"s image, an unfaired urban machine could be a possibility, too. These types of motorcycle are increasing in popularity, as their engines" mix of a large capacity and a high torque figure are great around town.