1. About 14 years of age 2. A rich dad or sponsor 3. Talent I suppose if you had the above 3 things you could aim for a start in the Red Bull Rookies Cup, but to get there you'd probably have to be British Youth Champion on a 125cc and taken part in some Spanish Championship races. Win the RBRC, get a team to notice you and give you your chance in the World or European 125cc circuits, win those championships. Move on to the 250cc or from next year the Moto2 ( 600cc Honda engines). Win that or be consistantly a top finisher. Get invited to test a 800cc monster, do well. Get a contract with a good team. Win 99 GP races, 8 world championships and countless podiums and you should be close. Good luck p.s If it works out for you, can I be the guy that travels round the world with you and your team and all I have to do is look after your mouthguard and ear protection?