I have decided to install ABA/AWAB hose clamps to mount my Acerbis, lower fork protectors.
http://www.normagroup.com/kunden/nor...iginal_Details
I have found these hose clamps available from a variety of vendors.
Therefore, I am going to wait until I need to order several other items, so I can leverage my shipping costs for the best value.
In the meanwhile, I will continue to use the standard hose clamps; they really don't look too bad.
I think all three colors of the fork guards looked good on the Zong; however, I am very happy after deciding to choose black. I think Zingshoen, Weldangrind, and several others were correct; I like the color distribution achieved with the black fork guards.
The fork guards are most visible when viewed from the front of the motorcycle, where the black mirrors transition to the orange handguards/headlight cowl, to the black fuel tank, to the orange fender, to the black fork guards.
Also, the black fork guards contrast nicely with the silver forks, and the black fork guards compliment the black brake line, and the black speedometer cable.
It seems most KTM motorcyles employ black fork guards. Also, the stock Zong was supplied with black fork guards. Therefore, the professional color coordinators also seem to agree with Zingshoen, Weldangrind, and several other members of this forum.
Once again, I thank everyone for his helpful, constructive input regarding this project.
Spud