Windshield install question

[el duque_imp]

I am about ready to try out the windshield I acquired in my bike deal.

It has the handle bar mounts and the screw type hose clamps that would go around the upper part of the fork.

Question is this. I'm guessing I need to put tape on the fork to protect it from the metal clamp - otherwise scratching might ensue?

I've seen a few without and just clamped to the fork.

Anything else I might need to know? I don't know who makes this shield - no markings. It is on the larger side with protection for the bar ends.

thanks