I think the only difference between V1 and V2 is the rear thru axle. As I have another bike with mudguards and good clearance, I would like to use the hurricane without mudguards, with 28 or 32 tyres, depending on the season. Which fork are you using on it? Planet X recommends a 38 a-c fork (Selcof), but they have a build themselves with the London Road fork, which is 39 a-c. I don't know if that would affect the steering much.