I'm more than happy with my V55 (still)! I've probably put on ~500 miles now and it is better than ever...especially with the Compass tires. I was worried the tires would slow me down a tad, but I have not seen a drop in overall speed based on my garmin stats. But de have definitely noticed the added comfort from these tires on my horrible roads (this road construction will probably never end).
Also of note, I am definitely glad that I went with the hydrolic brakes (instead of the mech-brakes that is on the v85 & v100). It's still a bit unearving to hit 40 MPH going down the hill and then having to quickly hit hard on the brakes thanks to idiot drivers. Despite this, the brakes self adjust and has needed no adjustments since I bought it. They also do very well when wet too!